Yulianna Girl

Popularity: #919 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: yoo-LEE-ah-nah /juːˈliː.ə.nə/

Origin: Slavic; Hebrew

Meaning: Slavic: youthful; Hebrew: God is my light

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Yulianna is derived from the Latin name Iuliana, which is a feminine form of Iulianus, itself a derivative of the Roman family name Iulius. The etymology can be traced back to the Latin word "iuvenalis," meaning "youthful" or "downy." This name was adopted into various languages and cultures, evolving through forms such as Juliana in Latin and later into Old French as Julienne before entering English.

The transition into English occurred during the Middle Ages, particularly influenced by the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, which brought many Latin-derived names into the English lexicon. Historically, the name Yulianna has been associated with several notable figures, including saints and martyrs.

One prominent example is Saint Juliana of Nicomedia, who is commemorated in the Christian tradition for her steadfast faith during the early centuries of Christianity. Her story, along with others bearing the name, contributed to its spread across Europe, particularly during the medieval period when saints' names were commonly adopted by Christians.

The name also appears in various historical texts and religious writings, including the Vulgate, the Latin translation of the Bible completed in the late 4th century, which helped solidify the name's presence in Christian contexts. Culturally, Yulianna and its variants have been embraced in various traditions, often symbolizing youth and vitality.

The name has been used in literature and art, reflecting its enduring appeal across different cultures. In some Slavic languages, a diminutive form such as Yulia is commonly used, which further illustrates the name's adaptability and resonance in different linguistic contexts.

Overall, Yulianna embodies a rich historical and cultural lineage, connecting it to themes of youthfulness and faith throughout its evolution.

Sibling suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Yulianna was first seen in the United States in 1989.

Yulianna has ranked as high as #4128 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Arizona, Illinois, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Yulianna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Yulianna is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Yulianna was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Yulianna.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 29 29
2024 31 31
2023 37 37
2022 45 45
2021 23 23
2020 33 33
2019 35 35
2018 39 39
2017 47 47
2016 61 61
2015 68 68
2014 43 43
2013 61 61
2012 67 67
2011 71 71
2010 70 70
2009 72 72
2008 69 69
2007 80 80
2006 67 67
2005 49 49
2004 56 56
2003 59 59
2002 71 71
2001 53 53
2000 15 15
1999 9 9
1998 7 7
1997 9 9
1994 7 7
1993 5 5
1991 5 5
1989 8 8

Top States for Yulianna (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 6
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