Giulia
JOO-lee-uh /ˈdʒuː.lɪ.ə/
Meaning of Giulia
Giulia is the Italian form of Julia, from the Latin gens Iulia — the ancient Roman family whose root iulus connotes youth or 'downy-bearded.' In Italian registries Giulia has been among the top-3 girls' names almost continuously since the early 2000s. The Italian pronunciation with the soft 'giu-' (like 'joo') is distinct from the English 'Julia.'
How to pronounce Giulia
In Italian: DJOO-lia (the 'gl' is a palatalised sound, effectively 'dy').
Current popularity of Giulia
Rankings from the most recent fully-published year in each national registry. Source links at the foot of the page.
| Registry | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Italy (ISTAT) | 2024 | #1 |
| United States (SSA) | 2024 | #230 |
Notable bearers of Giulia
Giulia Farnese (Italian noblewoman, 1474–1524); Giulia Bongiorno (lawyer/politician).
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-31