Yulia

Yulia is the Russian, Ukrainian, and Belarusian feminine form of the Latin name Julius, derived from the Roman family name that is possibly connected to the Greek Ioulos, meaning downy-bearded or soft-haired, though some scholars link it to Jupiter or Jupiter's origins. The name spread through the Roman Empire and was later adopted across Slavic cultures through Christian and classical influence. Notable bearers include Ukrainian politician Yulia Tymoshenko. Related forms include Julia, Giulia, Julija, and Yuliya.