Julien
BoyFrench
Julien is a boy name of French origin meaning "Descended from Jupiter, youthful".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
French
Religion
Christian
Popularity
4 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Descended from Jupiter, youthful
Etymology
French form of Julian, from Latin Julianus, derived from Julius: possibly related to youth (Jovis, genitive of Jupiter) or descended from Jupiter.
Famous People Named Julien
- Julien Duvivier — French film director (1896–1967)
- Julien Simon — French road bicycle racer
- Julien El Fares — road bicycle racer
- Julien Noël Costantin — French botanist (1857–1936)
Frequently Asked Questions About Julien
What does the name Julien mean?
Julien means "Descended from Jupiter, youthful", and is of French origin.
What is the origin of the name Julien?
Julien originates from French, commonly used in Europe.
Is Julien a boy or girl name?
Julien is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Julien associated with?
Julien is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Julien?
Yes — notable people named Julien include Julien Duvivier (French film director, 1896–1967), Julien Simon (French road bicycle racer), Julien El Fares (road bicycle racer) and Julien Noël Costantin (French botanist, 1857–1936).
Last updated: June 2026