MallowbyNames

Juliza

joo-LEE-zah · Of uncertain origin, possibly a blend of Julia and Liza or a variant of Julissa.

Peak popularity
2004
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2005

Declining since 2005.

Popularity of Juliza since 1970

Babies named Juliza per year in U.S. Social Security records.

142842198020002020Most births 2004Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s5
1980s28
1990s107
2000s288
2010s111
2020s6

Meaning & origin

Juliza is a modern feminine name that emerged in the United States in 1970. Its peak year was 2004, but it has since declined in popularity, following a falling trajectory from 2005 onward. The name never reached widespread use, staying outside the top 1,000 rankings. It is likely a blend of Julia and Liza, reflecting a trend of combining popular elements to create fresh-sounding names. As of 2025, Juliza remains a rare choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive and melodic name.

Juliza is a modern coinage, likely formed by blending the popular names Julia (from Latin Iulius, meaning 'youthful') and Liza (a diminutive of Elizabeth, from Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath'). It follows a pattern of feminine names ending in -iza or -issa, common in the late 20th century. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1970 and saw moderate use in the 2000s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Julie, Liza, Juli, Liz

Variants: Julissa, Juliza, Julyssa

Sibling names for Juliza

Names that share Juliza's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Juliza mean?
Juliza is of uncertain origin, but it is often considered a modern blend of Julia and Liza, suggesting meanings like 'youthful' and 'God is my oath'.
How popular is the name Juliza?
Juliza has never ranked in the top 1,000 U.S. names. Its peak year was 2004, and it has been falling in use since 2005.
Is Juliza a boy or girl name?
Juliza is almost exclusively used for girls.