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Julia

The feminine counterpart of the Roman name Julius, whose meaning is uncertain.

Meaning and origin

Julia is the feminine counterpart of Julius, the family name of the Roman gens that produced Julius Caesar and, through him, the emperors Augustus and Tiberius.

How to pronounce Julia

English (US)JOO-lee-uh /ˈdʒuːliə/

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