Rising since 1986, #2,833 for boys today.
Popularity of Giuliano since 1973
Babies named Giuliano per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 31 |
| 1990s | 159 |
| 2000s | 235 |
| 2010s | 307 |
| 2020s | 198 |
Meaning & origin
Giuliano, the Italian form of Julian, has been in use in the United States since at least 1973. It has a current rank of 2833 as of 2025, with a 1 in 38820 frequency. The name reached its peak popularity in 2025, and has been on a rising trajectory since 1986. It is most common in Florida and New York, reflecting strong Italian-American communities. Giuliano offers a melodic alternative to the more common Julian, retaining a classic feel with a distinct Italian flair.
Giuliano is the Italian form of the Roman family name Julianus, which derives from Julius, a name of uncertain origin but often linked to the Latin 'ioulos' meaning 'downy-bearded' or associated with the god Jupiter. The name has been used in Italy since the Middle Ages and remains popular in modern times.
Where Giuliano is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Giuliano” around the world
Where Giuliano lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
50
babies in 2024
Quebec
6
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Giuli, Liano
Variants: Juliano
Sibling names for Giuliano
Names that share Giuliano's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Sofia, Valentina, Chiara, Alessandra, Isabella
Brothers: Matteo, Lorenzo, Alessandro, Francesco, Leonardo
