Julie

Julie is the French and Danish feminine form of the Latin name Julius, derived from the Roman family name that is thought to stem from the Greek Ioulos, meaning downy-bearded or soft-haired, possibly alluding to youthful appearance. The name gained widespread use throughout Europe largely through the veneration of early Christian martyrs and saints bearing related forms of the name. Notable bearers include the French revolutionary figure Julie Récamier and numerous fictional characters, lending the name a long literary and cultural presence. Closely related forms include Julia, Giulia, Juliet, and Juliana.