Juliet
youthful or downy-bearded (Latin via French/English)
Juliet is a english / other girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 96, with 61,318 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
youthful or downy-bearded (Latin via French/English)
Juliet entered the Philippine naming pool via American-era English education and media. It derives from the Latin gentilicium Julius through the French diminutive Juliette. The name remains a classic mid-to-late 20th century staple across various socio-economic groups in the country.
Juliet is the English form of the French name Juliette, which is a diminutive of Julie, originating from the Roman clan name Julius. Its prevalence in the Philippines stems from American colonial influence and English-medium schooling.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently shortened to 'Julie', 'Juls', or 'Jett' in everyday casual use. It is widely used either as a single given name or paired with traditional middle/second names like 'Marie' or 'Grace'.
Related forms
- Juliette French
- Julieta Spanish
- Giulietta Italian
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Juliet with common surname pairs
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How do I use Juliet with two Filipino surnames?
Juliet is the given name. The full name is Juliet + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Juliet a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Juliet is number 96, with 61,318 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.