There are
3628
Juliuss in the USA
Julius is the
9013rd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Julius

GaiusJulius

Roman statesman and general who played a critical role in the events that led to the demise of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire. He is well-known for his military strategies and conquests, including the successful conquest of Gaul and his victory in the civil war against Pompey.

JuliusNepos

Last Western Roman Emperor who reigned from 474 to 475. He was deposed by the Germanic chieftain Odoacer.

JuliusWellhausen

German biblical scholar and orientalist known for his critical investigations into the history and composition of the Hebrew Bible. He made significant contributions to the understanding of the development of the Old Testament, including the Wellhausen Hypothesis.

JuliusOppert

French-German Assyriologist and linguist who made important contributions in the decipherment of cuneiform script and the study of ancient Mesopotamian civilizations.

Juliusvon

German physicist who is best known for formulating the first law of thermodynamics and proposing the concept of conservation of energy.

JuliusAxelrod

American biochemist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his discoveries concerning the metabolism of neurotransmitters, which greatly contributed to the understanding of how certain drugs affect the brain.

JuliusCaesar

Italian scholar and physician who is considered one of the founders of modern chronology. He made significant contributions to the study of ancient history and the dating of historical events.

Julius Genealogy

OriginsThe origin of the surname 'Julius' can be traced back to ancient Roman times. It is believed to have originated from the gens Julia, a prominent Roman family.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Julius' is found in various parts of the world, including Italy, Germany, France, England, and other countries where individuals with Roman ancestry or influenced by Roman culture reside.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Julius' include 'Giulio' (Italian), 'Julien' (French), 'Jules' (French), 'Julio' (Spanish/Portuguese), and 'Juliusz' (Polish), among others.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname 'Julius' occurred throughout history. They were influenced by factors such as political instability, economic opportunities, and cultural exchanges. For example, during the Roman Empire, Roman citizens bearing the name Julius migrated to different parts of the empire as the Roman civilization expanded. In more recent times, individuals with the surname 'Julius' have migrated to various countries as a result of events like wars, colonization, and pursuit of better livelihoods.