Giulio is an Italian male given name derived from Julius, which has Latin origins and means 'downy bearded' or 'youthful'. It is a classic and traditional name that has been used for centuries in Italy. Giulio was particularly popular among the nobility during the Renaissance era. Notable figures named Giulio include Giulio Romano, a prominent painter of the Italian High Renaissance, and Giulio Andreotti, an Italian politician who served as Prime Minister seven times between 1972 and 2002. The name has also been used in literature, such as in 'The Betrothed' by Alessandro Manzoni, where one of the main characters is named Giulio. In terms of usage today, Giulio remains a popular choice among Italian parents, often paired with traditional middle names like Tommaso or Cesare. It is typically spelled with an 'i', but it can also be found spelled as Julio in Spanish-speaking countries.
"Giulio saw its peak popularity in the late 1960s to early 1970s, with a high of 14 births in 1963 and again in 1997. It has remained relatively steady since, with notable spikes in recent years like the 22 births in 2019 and 19 births in 2023."