Julianne

English from Latin, variation of Julius

"youthful, downy-bearded, or sky father"

Julianne Origin and Meaning

The name Julianne is a boy's name.

Julianne as a masculine name represents an uncommon gender crossover of what is traditionally a feminine name in Western cultures. Julianne itself emerged as a feminine compound of Julia and Anne/Ann, ultimately derived from the Roman family name Julius (of uncertain meaning, possibly 'downy-bearded' or related to Jupiter). While Julianne has established itself as a feminine name since the mid-20th century, its use for boys remains extremely rare. This represents a modern trend where some traditionally feminine names occasionally cross gender boundaries. The masculine use might be more common in cultures where the 'anne' ending doesn't carry strong feminine associations. As a masculine name, Julianne offers a melodic quality with the strong 'Jul' sound balanced by the softer ending, though parents should be aware it will likely be assumed to be feminine in many Western contexts.