Julius Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Julius Name at a Glance

Name	Julius
Meaning	Downy. Hairy. Derived from the clan name of Roman dictator Gaius Julius Caesar.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Julius Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Julius means “Downy. Hairy. Derived from the clan name of Roman dictator Gaius Julius Caesar”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Julius Name Origin

Our database records Julius under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Julius a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Julius is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Julius

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