Juliet

Girl's name

Juliet is of Latin origin, derived from the name Julia, meaning "youthful" or "downy-bearded."

Meaning From a Roman name; downy
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 1,116 Falling
Peak year 2016

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Juliette Binoche - French actress, won Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
  • Juliet Stevenson - English actress, known for stage and screen performances.
  • Juliet Landau - American actress, known for "Buffy the Vampire Slayer."
  • Juliet Prowse - South African dancer and actress.
  • Juliet Simms - American singer-songwriter, appeared on "The Voice."
  • Juliet Huddy - American television news anchor and reporter.
  • Juliet Rylance - English actress, known for stage and screen work.
  • Juliet Mills - English actress, known for "Nanny and the Professor."
  • Juliet Aubrey - English actress, known for "The Constant Gardener."
  • Juliet Eilperin - American journalist, covering environmental and political issues.

Sisters for Juliet

Girl names closely related to Juliet

Brothers for Juliet

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Name Variants

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