Juliana
youthful; dedicated to Jupiter (Latin)
Juliana is a spanish / english girl name in the Philippines. PSA rank #270 (29,140 records), 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
youthful; dedicated to Jupiter (Latin)
Derived from the Latin name Juliana, the feminine form of Julianus. It has a continuous history of use in the Philippines from the Spanish colonial period through modern times, functioning comfortably in both Hispanic-Catholic and English-speaking contexts.
Juliana is a feminine form of Julianus, derived from the Roman family name Julius, which is historically linked to Jupiter or youthful vigor. In the Philippines, it was introduced during the Spanish colonial era as a Catholic saint's name and remains widely utilized in both Spanish and English naming traditions.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to Julie, Yana, or Lia in the Philippines. It is seen as a classic and elegant name that transitions smoothly between traditional and modern generations.
Related forms
- Juliana Spanish
- Juliana Portuguese
- Julienne French
- Giuliana Italian
Juliana with popular surnames
How the first name sits with a mother's maiden surname and father's surname.
About the name Juliana
How do I use Juliana with two Filipino surnames?
Juliana is the given name. The full name is Juliana + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Juliana a common girl name in the Philippines?
PSA rank #270 describes how often this given name appears in Philippine records — not whether it is a better name. Fit with both family surnames still matters more for the birth certificate.