Holding steady, #3,658 for boys today.
Popularity of Juliano since 1987
Babies named Juliano per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 53 |
| 1990s | 187 |
| 2000s | 261 |
| 2010s | 304 |
| 2020s | 167 |
Meaning & origin
Juliano entered the U.S. naming scene relatively recently, with its first recorded use in 1987. It has since maintained a stable presence, ranking #3,658 in 2025 with approximately 1 in 57,000 boys given the name. The name reached its peak popularity in 2018, reflecting a modest but steady interest among families seeking a distinctive variant of the classic Julian. With its Italian and Portuguese roots, Juliano offers a melodic alternative that feels both familiar and unique.
Juliano is the Italian and Portuguese form of the Roman family name Julianus, derived from Julius. The name has been used in Italy and Portugal for centuries, closely linked to the veneration of various saints named Julian. Its usage spread to other regions during the Renaissance and later through emigration.
“Juliano” around the world
Where Juliano lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
25
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Juli, Jules, Liano, Jojo
Sibling names for Juliano
Names that share Juliano's style, for a brother or sister.
