Find out how popular the first name Juliett has been for the last 46 years (from 1978 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Juliett by gender

Based on the last 46 years of data, Juliett is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 30 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Juliett.

The history of the first name Juliett

Juliett is a feminine given name derived from the Latin name Julia. The name Julia itself is the feminine form of the ancient Roman family name Julius, which is possibly derived from the word "ioulos" meaning "downy-bearded" or "a reference to the long, shaggy hair" worn by the founder of the Julian line.

The name Julia was borne by the daughter of the Roman emperor Augustus and was later used to refer to several subsequent empresses of Rome. The name gained popularity during the Roman era and continued to be used throughout Europe in the Middle Ages.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Juliett is found in the tragic play "Romeo and Juliet" written by William Shakespeare in the late 16th century. In the play, Juliet is the young daughter of the Capulet family, who falls in love with Romeo, the son of the rival Montague family.

Historically, some notable figures who bore the name Juliett include:

1. Juliette Récamier (1777-1849), a French socialite and prominent figure in the Parisian salons of the early 19th century.
2. Juliette Gordon Low (1860-1927), the founder of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America.
3. Juliette Drouets (1806-1883), a French actress and the longtime mistress of Victor Hugo.
4. Juliette Binoche (born 1964), a French actress who has won numerous awards, including an Academy Award and a British Academy Film Award.
5. Juliette Gréco (1927-2020), a French actress, singer, and cultural icon who was known for her distinctive husky voice and persona.

Throughout history, the name Juliett has been associated with beauty, grace, and tragic love stories, perhaps influenced by the enduring popularity of Shakespeare's play. It has maintained its appeal as a feminine name in various cultures and continues to be used to this day.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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