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Journi

JUR-nee · Of uncertain origin; likely a modern invented name.

2025 rank (girls)
#785
Babies named in 2025
345
Peak popularity
2021
2025 frequency
1 in 4,659 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 1993

Rising since 1993, #785 for girls today.

Popularity of Journi since 1993

Babies named Journi per year in U.S. Social Security records.

179357536200020102020Most births 2021Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s59
2000s358
2010s1,902
2020s2,741

Meaning & origin

Journi first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993, and has been steadily rising in popularity since then. It reached its peak rank in 2021, when it was most frequently chosen for newborn girls. As of 2025, the name ranks 785th nationally, with roughly 1 in every 4,659 girls receiving the name. While not among the most common names, Journi has found particular favor in the southern states, with Mississippi, Louisiana, and South Carolina recording the highest usage. Its rise likely reflects parents' fondness for word names and the modern 'Journey' spelling variant. The name's straightforward pronunciation and trendy feel contribute to its enduring appeal.

Journi first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993. It is likely a modern coinage or respelling of Journey, a word name symbolizing travel or life's path. The name has gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly in the southern United States.

Where Journi is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

2020s
Fewermore per 100k girlstoo few births

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: J, Juju

Variants: Journey, Journee

Sibling names for Journi

Names that share Journi's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Journi mean?
Journi is likely a modern invented name, possibly derived from the English word 'journey,' symbolizing a path or trip.
How popular is the name Journi?
As of 2025, Journi ranks 785th for girls in the U.S., with about 1 in every 4,659 girls given the name.
Is Journi a boy or girl name?
Journi is used primarily for girls.