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Juliana

Girl name · 19 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Juliana: 19 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2013.

Juliana is the feminine form of the Latin Julianus, derived from the Roman family name Julius, with its root meaning "youthful" or "dedicated to Jupiter." The most famous bearer is Queen Juliana of the Netherlands, who reigned from 1948 to 1980 and is remembered for her warmth and resilience during World War II. In Scotland, the name also recalls Juliana of Norwich, the 14th-century English mystic whose writings remain influential. While no major Scottish place shares the name, the related Julian gives us the Julian calendar, established by Julius Caesar. A notable variant is the simpler Julia, while the name carries enduring Christian associations through Saint Juliana of Nicomedia, a 4th-century martyr. Parents drawn to Juliana often appreciate its graceful, timeless quality alongside its strong royal and spiritual connections.