Rising since 2008, #2,485 for girls today.
Popularity of Juni since 2002
Babies named Juni per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 17 | 17 |
| 2010s | 100 | 9 |
| 2020s | 284 | 59 |
Meaning & origin
Juni is a modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2002. Since 2008, it has seen a steady rise in popularity, ranking 2485 in 2025. The name is given to about 1 in every 22,638 newborns, and it reached its peak popularity in 2025. Its top states include California, Florida, and Texas, reflecting a contemporary appeal. While its exact meaning is uncertain, Juni may be a playful derivative of Juniper or Junior, or a nod to the Swedish diminutive of Junia. Its short, vowel-heavy sound aligns with current naming trends favoring names like Luna and Nova.
Juni likely emerged as a modern coinage in the early 2000s, possibly as a feminine variant of Juni, itself a short form of Juniper or Junior. Alternatively, it may be influenced by the Swedish name Juni, a diminutive of Junia. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2002 and has been steadily rising in popularity since 2008.
Where Juni is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Juni
Names that share Juni's style, for a brother or sister.
