Julie Ruffin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Julie Ruffin — youthful
539K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Julie Ruffin is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Julie is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Julie is a Latin first name which originally comes from the Latin Julia, itself derived from the Latin Julius, which is believed to either stem from Ancient Greek: ἴουλος, romanized: íoulos, lit. 'downy-haired' or Latin: Iovilius, lit. 'devoted to Jove'. It can be a pet form of Julia, Yulie, or Juliette. Julie has perpetually been one of the most popular female names used in the United States. According to the United States' Social Security Administration, Julie was consistently in the top one-hundred registered female names in the forty years between 1951 and 1991; peaking at No. 10 in 1971. The surname Ruffin: Amber Ruffin, comedian and writer Bruce Ruffin, American baseball pitcher Chance Ruffin, American baseball pitcher David Ruffin (1941–1991), American singer, one of the lead singers with The Temptations Edmund Ruffin (1794–1865), American agricultural writer and Confederate firebrand François Amable Ruffin, French general François Ruffin, French journalist, activist, and politician George Lewis Ruffin, first African-American graduate of Harvard University Jimmy Ruffin (1936–2014), American singer Joe Ruffin, victim in the Jenkins County, Georgia, riot of 1919 Josephine Ruffin, American civil r. Julie is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 539K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Julie reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Julie

Meaning: youthful

Latin

Julie is a Latin first name which originally comes from the Latin Julia, itself derived from the Latin Julius, which is believed to either stem from Ancient Greek: ἴουλος, romanized: íoulos, lit. 'downy-haired' or Latin: Iovilius, lit. 'devoted to Jove'. It can be a pet form of Julia, Yulie, or Juliette. Julie has perpetually been one of the most popular female names used in the United States. According to the United States' Social Security Administration, Julie was consistently in the top one-hundred registered female names in the forty years between 1951 and 1991; peaking at No. 10 in 1971.

Surname: Ruffin

French

Amber Ruffin, comedian and writer Bruce Ruffin, American baseball pitcher Chance Ruffin, American baseball pitcher David Ruffin (1941–1991), American singer, one of the lead singers with The Temptations Edmund Ruffin (1794–1865), American agricultural writer and Confederate firebrand François Amable Ruffin, French general François Ruffin, French journalist, activist, and politician George Lewis Ruffin, first African-American graduate of Harvard University Jimmy Ruffin (1936–2014), American singer Joe Ruffin, victim in the Jenkins County, Georgia, riot of 1919 Josephine Ruffin, American civil r.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Julie Ruffin

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 Julie Ruffin:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Julie?
The first name Julie originates from Latin. Julie is a Latin first name which originally comes from the Latin Julia, itself derived from the Latin Julius, which is believed to either stem from Ancient Greek: ἴουλος, romanized: íoulos, lit. 'downy-haired' or Latin: Iovilius, lit. 'devoted to Jove'. It can be a pet form of Julia, Yulie, or Juliette. Julie has perpetually been one of the most popular female names used in the United States. According to the United States' Social Security Administration, Julie was consistently in the top one-hundred registered female names in the forty years between 1951 and 1991; peaking at No. 10 in 1971.
When was Julie most popular?
The name Julie reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Ruffin?
The surname Ruffin originates from French. Amber Ruffin, comedian and writer Bruce Ruffin, American baseball pitcher Chance Ruffin, American baseball pitcher David Ruffin (1941–1991), American singer, one of the lead singers with The Temptations Edmund Ruffin (1794–1865), American agricultural writer and Confederate firebrand François Amable Ruffin, French general François Ruffin, French journalist, activist, and politician George Lewis Ruffin, first African-American graduate of Harvard University Jimmy Ruffin (1936–2014), American singer Joe Ruffin, victim in the Jenkins County, Georgia, riot of 1919 Josephine Ruffin, American civil r.
What are the origins of the name Julie Ruffin?
The name Julie Ruffin combines two different traditions: the first name Julie has Latin roots, while the surname Ruffin originates from French.
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