Juliet - girls name

Juliet name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 89%

Juliet name meaning:

The name Juliet is of Latin origin and has several meanings attached to it. One interpretation is that it is derived from the Roman family name Julius, which means "youthful" or "downy." Another possible meaning is "soft-haired" or "curly-haired."

However, the most well-known association with the name Juliet comes from William Shakespeare's famous play, Romeo and Juliet. In the play, Juliet is a young and passionate character who falls deeply in love with Romeo, despite their families being bitter rivals. Her name has become synonymous with love, romance, and tragedy. Juliet represents a symbol of youthful love and the power it holds to transcend societal boundaries and family feuds. The name Juliet often evokes images of a strong and independent woman who is willing to risk everything for love.

Overall, the name Juliet carries connotations of youthfulness, passion, and love, while also embodying a sense of strength and determination.

Origin: French

Soft-haired.

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Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 640 out of 5581

60 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    5
  • 5yrs

    -131
  • 1yr

    131

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (485)

Historical popularity of Juliet

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