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UK surname

Julie

An English surname derived from the given name Juliana meaning "youthful".

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Julie surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 125, ranked #26,827, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Hackney, Islington and Wigan.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Julie is 125 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 12400.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

125

2016, ranked #26,827

Peak year

2016

125 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Julie had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 125 in 2016, ranked #26,827.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 13 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations.

Julie surname distribution map

The map shows where the Julie surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Julie surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Julie over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1851 historical 7 #32,070
1861 historical 13 #32,208
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1891 historical 8 #33,550
1911 historical 4 #33,595
1997 modern 31 #34,582
1998 modern 26 #35,254
1999 modern 29 #35,031
2000 modern 25 #35,382
2001 modern 23 #35,451
2002 modern 31 #34,866
2003 modern 34 #34,681
2004 modern 41 #34,306
2005 modern 39 #34,652
2006 modern 45 #34,491
2007 modern 48 #34,488
2008 modern 45 #34,818
2009 modern 54 #34,431
2010 modern 56 #34,480
2011 modern 64 #33,917
2012 modern 68 #33,763
2013 modern 89 #32,248
2014 modern 100 #31,033
2015 modern 104 #30,269
2016 modern 125 #26,827

Geography

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Where Julies are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Hackney, Islington, Wigan, Brent and Redbridge. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Hackney 019 Hackney
2 Islington 003 Islington
3 Wigan 020 Wigan
4 Brent 011 Brent
5 Redbridge 001 Redbridge

Forenames

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First names often paired with Julie

These lists show first names that appear often with the Julie surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Julie

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Julie, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations

Nationally, the Julie surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Julie household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group is often found in less central parts of London and other major towns and cities. Adults are more likely than the Supergroup average to have never been married and are typically aged less than 45 years. Many have young dependent children and individuals may have been born in Africa. There are many members identifying with a Black ethnic group, with the other ethnic groups (as listed in the glossary) also represented, though Chinese less so. Accommodation in flats, frequently socially rented, is common in these neighbourhoods. Part time employment is also common, and work is often in elementary occupations, while unemployment is also the highest within this Supergroup.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Julie is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Julie is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Julie falls in decile 2 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

2
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Julie is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Other Ethnic Group

This describes the area pattern most associated with Julie, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Julie

The surname Julie is of French origin and dates back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to be derived from the Latin name "Julius" or "Julianus," which were common Roman names. The name was likely introduced to France during the Roman conquest and occupation of the region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Julie surname can be found in the Domesday Book, a medieval census commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The book mentions a landowner named Radulfus Julie in Normandy, France.

In the 12th century, the surname Julie appeared in various records and documents in the regions of Normandy and Brittany in France. Some variations of the spelling included Jullie, Julye, and Julie.

During the Middle Ages, the surname Julie was often associated with noble families and landowners. Notable individuals with this surname include Gilles Julie, a French nobleman born in 1425 who fought in the Hundred Years' War, and Jeanne Julie, a noblewoman born in 1492 who was known for her philanthropic work in the city of Rouen.

In the 16th century, the Julie surname spread throughout France and was found in various regions, including Île-de-France, Burgundy, and Provence. One notable figure from this time was Pierre Julie, a French explorer born in 1545 who accompanied Jacques Cartier on his voyages to the New World.

As the surname Julie became more widespread, it was also adopted by individuals in other parts of Europe. In the 17th century, John Julie, an English writer and poet born in 1620, gained recognition for his works on philosophy and literature.

In the 18th century, the Julie surname was present in various parts of Europe, including Germany and Italy. One notable individual was Friedrich Julie, a German philosopher born in 1765 who made significant contributions to the field of ethics and moral philosophy.

Throughout history, the Julie surname has been found in various regions and countries, reflecting the mobility and migration of people over time. While its origins can be traced back to France, the name has been embraced by individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and has left its mark on history through the achievements of those who have carried it.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Julie families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Julie surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Lancashire leads with 1 Julies recorded in 1881 and an index of 8.74x.

County Total Index
Lancashire 1 8.74x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Liverpool in Lancashire leads with 1 Julies recorded in 1881 and an index of 144.93x.

Place Total Index
Liverpool 1 144.93x

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Julie surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
John 1

Top occupations

Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Julie households.

Occupation Count
General Laborer 1

FAQ

Julie surname: questions and answers

How common was the Julie surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Julie surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Julie surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 125 in 2016. That gives Julie a modern rank of #26,827.

What does the Julie surname mean?

An English surname derived from the given name Juliana meaning "youthful".

What does the Julie map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Julie bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.