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Name Origin

Julia is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Julius. It means 'youthful' or 'downy-bearded.'

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Famous People

Julia Child (1912-2004)

Chef, television personality, author

  • Introduced French cuisine to American households
  • Authored numerous cookbooks, including 'Mastering the Art of French Cooking'
  • Hosted the influential television program 'The French Chef'

Julia Roberts (1967-)

Actress

  • Won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in 'Erin Brockovich'
  • Starred in numerous successful films including 'Pretty Woman', 'Notting Hill' and 'Steel Magnolias'

Julia Louis-Dreyfus (1961-)

Actress, comedian

  • Won multiple Emmy Awards for her roles in 'Seinfeld', 'Veep' and 'The New Adventures of Old Christine'
  • Known for her sharp comedic timing and versatility

Julia Cameron (1948-)

Author, poet, artist

  • Authored the bestselling book 'The Artist's Way'
  • Developed a system for unlocking creativity and overcoming creative blocks