Julius is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1322 in 2024 with 20 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 41 births ranking #794. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 53.8%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 13,889 boys born was named Julius. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Julius is an ancient Roman name linked with youthfulness and the old Julius family line. It has a grand classical feel but still sounds smooth enough for modern use.
The name is most famous through Julius Caesar and later through saints and scholars. It has never been as common as Julian in English, which gives it a slightly more distinguished edge.