Julia Foss

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Julia Foss — youthful
346K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Julia Foss is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Julia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Feminine form of Julius, a Roman family name. Associated with Gaius Julius Caesar and with Saint Julia of Carthage. The surname Foss: Aage Foss (1885–1952), Danish film actor Ambrose Foss (c. 1803–1862), Australian pharmacist Anders Foss (c. 1543–1607), Norwegian clergyman and Bishop of Bergen Anita Foss (1921–2015), American baseball player Austin Foss, American politician Betty Foss (1929–1998), American baseball player Brian Foss (1921–1997), British psychologist Brian Foss (art historian), Canadian art historian, academic, curator and writer Byron Foss (born 1979), American soccer player Charles Calveley Foss (1885–1953), English recipient of the Victoria Cross Chris Foss (born 1946), British illustrator Christopher F Fo. Julia is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 346K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Julia reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Julia

Meaning: youthful

Latin

Feminine form of Julius, a Roman family name. Associated with Gaius Julius Caesar and with Saint Julia of Carthage.

Surname: Foss

English

Aage Foss (1885–1952), Danish film actor Ambrose Foss (c. 1803–1862), Australian pharmacist Anders Foss (c. 1543–1607), Norwegian clergyman and Bishop of Bergen Anita Foss (1921–2015), American baseball player Austin Foss, American politician Betty Foss (1929–1998), American baseball player Brian Foss (1921–1997), British psychologist Brian Foss (art historian), Canadian art historian, academic, curator and writer Byron Foss (born 1979), American soccer player Charles Calveley Foss (1885–1953), English recipient of the Victoria Cross Chris Foss (born 1946), British illustrator Christopher F Fo.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Julia is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 34%
Italy 14%
Spain 12%
Brazil 17%
France 10%
Mexico 12%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Julia by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Julia has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Julie
  • Juliet
  • Giulia
  • Juliana
  • Yuliya

Notable People Named Julia Foss

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Julia Foss:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Julia?
The first name Julia originates from Latin. Feminine form of Julius, a Roman family name. Associated with Gaius Julius Caesar and with Saint Julia of Carthage.
When was Julia most popular?
The name Julia reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Foss?
The surname Foss originates from English. Aage Foss (1885–1952), Danish film actor Ambrose Foss (c. 1803–1862), Australian pharmacist Anders Foss (c. 1543–1607), Norwegian clergyman and Bishop of Bergen Anita Foss (1921–2015), American baseball player Austin Foss, American politician Betty Foss (1929–1998), American baseball player Brian Foss (1921–1997), British psychologist Brian Foss (art historian), Canadian art historian, academic, curator and writer Byron Foss (born 1979), American soccer player Charles Calveley Foss (1885–1953), English recipient of the Victoria Cross Chris Foss (born 1946), British illustrator Christopher F Fo.
What are the origins of the name Julia Foss?
The name Julia Foss combines two different traditions: the first name Julia has Latin roots, while the surname Foss originates from English.
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