 It has been said the Julius' name was recited as part of the Ambrosian Rite during the fifth and sixth centuries; however, it has also been claimed that this Julius referred to Pope Julius I.

Julius and Julian may have been Greeks who came to Rome before establishing themselves at Lake Orta.Their legend states that they were educated in the Christian faith by their parents.They are said to have been ordered by Theodosius I to destroy pagan altars and sacred woods and to build Christian churches.