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Julio

The name Julio is derived from the Latin 'Julius', a Roman family name related to 'Julios', meaning downy or youthful. In Hispanic and Latin cultures, Julio has been a popular name due to historical figures and its association with the month of July. It is often chosen to reflect strength and heritage.

IPA: /ˈxu.ljo/ · Simplified: HOO-lyoh

Male
Spanish
Hispanic
Latin America and Spain
classic
warm
strong
youthful

45/100

Popularity

Falling

10-Year Trend

5

Countries

2015

Peak Year

Meaning of Julio

Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.

The name Julio is derived from the Latin 'Julius', a Roman family name related to 'Julios', meaning downy or youthful. In Hispanic and Latin cultures, Julio has been a popular name due to historical figures and its association with the month of July. It is often chosen to reflect strength and heritage.

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How to pronounce Julio

IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.

IPA: /ˈxu.ljo/ · Simplified: HOO-lyoh

Nicknames for Julio

Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.

Jules
Julito
Lilo
Juli

Julio name popularity

Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.

20152016201720182019202020212022202320240255075100

Popular in Countries

Top countries where this name is most common.

60

Mexico

58

Spain

55

Argentina

52

Colombia

50

United States

International Forms

How this name appears across different languages and cultures.

Júlio

Giulio

Jules

Juliusz

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Collections featuring Julio

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Personality

Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.

People named Julio are often seen as charismatic and approachable. They tend to have a strong sense of identity and pride in their heritage, which resonates in their social circles. Julios are often viewed as dependable and possess a warm, friendly demeanor that makes them easy to connect with.

Name Day

Traditional celebration date for this name.

Not traditionally celebrated

Famous people named Julio

Well-known figures who share this name.

J

Julio Iglesias

Spanish singer and songwriter, one of the best-selling artists of all time, active since the 1960s.

Frequently asked questions about Julio

Quick answers on meaning, gender, popularity, and nicknames.

What does Julio mean?
Here is the meaning behind Julio: The name Julio is derived from the Latin 'Julius', a Roman family name related to 'Julios', meaning downy or youthful. In Hispanic and Latin cultures, Julio has been a popular name due to historical figures and its association with the month of July. It is often chosen to reflect strength and heritage.
Is Julio a boy or girl name?
Julio is traditionally a boy's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.
How popular is Julio?
Julio scores 45/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2015.
What are good nicknames for Julio?
Popular nicknames for Julio: Jules, Julito, Lilo, Juli.
What names are similar to Julio?
Names similar to Julio: Julian, Julius, Juan, Jesus — close in sound, origin, or style.

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