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Juliet
GirlLatin origin · /JOO-lee-et/ · classic
Meaning: Youthful, downy.
Popularity 69/1003 syllables↓ Falling
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Today, Juliet is an uncommon name (popularity 69/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Juliet is derived from the Latin name 'Julietta', a diminutive of 'Julia', which itself comes from the Roman family name 'Julius'. The name is associated with youthfulness, as 'Julius' is thought to be related to the Greek word 'ioulos', meaning 'downy-bearded' or 'youthful'. Juliet gained widespread popularity through Shakespeare's tragic heroine in 'Romeo and Juliet'.
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