Albanian's Hidden Influence: Rethinking the Etymology of 'Julius 'Julius

Historical Background

The Roman gens Julia, including Julius Caesar, bore a name that has puzzled linguists for centuries. Traditional etymologies linked "Julius" to Latin "iuvare" (to help) or "Iovis" (of Jupiter), but these explanations remain unsatisfying.

Linguistic Analysis

A fresh examination reveals a compelling connection between "Julius" and Albanian "Yll" (star):

1. *PIE Root*: The Proto-Indo-European root "*dyeu-" means "to shine" and is associated with celestial bodies.

2. *Albanian Yll*: "Yll" retains the original meaning, referring to a star.

3. *Latin Iulius*: The Latin name "Iulius" likely derives from "*iuli-", a formation from *Yli. The Latin "IU" replaces the original "Y" sound, lost in Latin.

4. *Sound Shifts*: The shift from "Y" to "IU" in Latin. Albanian preserves the original "Y" sound.

Etymological Connection

Considering these points, a plausible etymology emerges:
"Julius" < "*Iuli-us" < "*Yli-" (star) → Albanian "Yll" (star)

The name "Julius" likely originated from an ancient Italic or Indo-European tribe, influenced by Albanian or a related language. The name's connection to "Yll" (star) reflects an astral or celestial association.

Implications

This etymological link:
1. Highlights Albanian's importance in understanding Indo-European roots.
2. Challenges traditional views on Latin's influence.
3. Reveals a shared linguistic heritage between ancient Italic and Albanian languages.

Conclusion

The correlation between "Ylli" and "Julius" demonstrates the power of linguistic analysis in uncovering hidden historical connections. Albanian's conservative nature and preservation of ancient sounds/meanings make it an invaluable resource for etymological research.

Author
Fatmir Iliazi is a linguistics enthusiast exploring language and culture.

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