Yuliya

Yuliya is a female given name used in several Slavic-speaking countries, particularly Ukraine, Russia, and Belarus. It is a transliteration of the Cyrillic forms Юлия or Юлія and corresponds to the Western name Julia. The spelling reflects different linguistic traditions and transliteration systems, with Yuliya, Yulia, and Iulia among the common variants.

The name is widely adopted in post-Soviet societies and among diaspora communities. In Ukrainian and Russian, the name is often shortened to a familiar form such as Yulya (Юля). The form Yuliya can be found in many languages that render the Cyrillic Юлия as Latin letters, contributing to its international presence.

Notable bearers of the name include Yuliya Tymoshenko (born 1960), a Ukrainian politician who has served as prime minister and remains a prominent public figure. Another well-known bearer is Yuliya Snigir (born 1983), a Russian actress recognized for roles in film and television. These examples illustrate the name’s cross-cultural usage within Eastern Europe and beyond.

Variants and related names include Julia and Yulia, which share the same root. The name is often chosen for its classic, timeless associations and its adaptability across different languages and alphabets.