Julius is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #339 in 2016 with 1,028 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2015 with 1,150 births ranking #311. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 153.8%. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 1,846 boys born was named Julius. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
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.