Juliet
/dzhooleeuht/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Juliet is a English name meaning "Down-bearded youth". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria, Bangladesh, BE. While the origin isn't definitively known, it's believed to be derived from the Latin name Julia, the feminine form of Julius. Julius is thought to be derived from Iulus, the legendary ancestor of the Roman people, possibly connected to the Greek word "ioulos" meaning 'downy-bearded'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic dzhooleeuht
IPA d͡ʒuliət
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as dzhooleeuht. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Juliet
- · Juliette Binoche - Actress
- · Juliet Landau - Actress
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