Holding steady.
Popularity of Julea since 1969
Babies named Julea per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 63 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Julea is an uncommon feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1969. Its usage peaked in 2001, but even then it remained rare, never entering the top 1000. The trajectory of the name has been stable with very low usage, and it has not seen a revival. Its top states are not recorded due to its rarity. Julea is likely a modern variant of Julia or Julie, names that have been popular for centuries. For parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name, Julea offers a soft, melodic alternative to more common Julia-related names.
Julea appears to be a modern coinage, likely a feminine elaboration of the Latin name Julius or a variant spelling of Julia. Julia derives from the Roman family name Julius, which may be related to the Greek word 'ioulos' meaning 'downy-bearded' or 'youthful'. The name has been used sporadically in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jules, Lea, Juli
Sibling names for Julea
Names that share Julea's style, for a brother or sister.
