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יולי


Meaning of the name יולי

Yuli is a unique feminine name that combines diverse cultural influences and rich meanings. The name derives from the seventh month of the Gregorian calendar, July, which was named after Julius Caesar, the renowned Roman leader who was born in this month. The Latin word Iulius was an ancient Roman family name referring to the Julian dynasty, one of the most prestigious lineages in ancient Rome. When Julius Caesar reformed the Roman calendar in 46 BCE, the month Quintilis (the fifth month in the old calendar) was changed in his honor to Iulius, becoming what we now know as July. In Israel, the name Yuli began appearing in the 20th century as part of the wave of international names adopted by Israeli families. The name reflects a process of cultural openness and connection to the wider world, while maintaining Hebrew uniqueness. Yuli is perceived as a modern, fresh, and dynamic name that conveys a sense of summer, warmth, and joy of life. The month of July symbolizes the peak of summer, a period of freedom, travel, and adventures, and therefore the name carries positive associations of optimism, vitality, and energy. It is particularly popular among parents seeking a name that is simultaneously international and familiar, yet also unique and unconventional in the Israeli context. The name Yuli also carries a fascinating historical and cultural dimension. Julius Caesar was not only a military and political leader but also an important reformer who influenced Western culture for generations. The Julian calendar he created was in use for over 1,600 years until it was replaced by the Gregorian calendar. By choosing the name Yuli, parents connect their daughter to this rich heritage of leadership, innovation, and change. The name is especially suitable for girls born in July, but it is also chosen in other months due to its pleasant sound and the positive meanings it evokes. Yuli is a name that recalls sunshine, sea, freedom, and unforgettable summer days, and it gives its bearer an atmosphere of lightness, joy, and love of life.

The name יולי with vowels

יוּלִי

The name יולי in English

Yuli | July | Julie | Julia

יולי is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name יולי considered international

Yes

Origin of the name יולי from Kabbalah

From a Kabbalistic perspective, the name Yuli represents the principle of connection between different cultures and times. The name carries an energy of light and warmth, parallel to the sunlight at the peak of summer. It symbolizes spiritual openness, the ability to adapt and receive diverse influences, and grants its bearer the power of multiculturalism and deep understanding of the wider world.

Gematria value for the name יולי

56

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Numerology value for the name יולי

2

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Famous people named יולי

Yuli Edelstein - Israeli politician and former Speaker of the Knesset | Yuli Ofer - Israeli journalist and news anchor | Yuli Tamir - Professor of political philosophy and former politician | Julie Andrews - British actress and singer

Total times the name יולי was registered

2644 times

Graph of the name יולי

* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022