Rising since 1990, #100 for girls today.
Popularity of Juniper since 1969
Babies named Juniper per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 126 |
| 1980s | 32 |
| 1990s | 74 |
| 2000s | 619 |
| 2010s | 7,356 |
| 2020s | 13,644 |
Meaning & origin
Juniper entered the U.S. naming scene in 1969, but its rise to prominence is a recent phenomenon. The name has been climbing steadily since the 1990s, reflecting a broader trend toward nature and botanical names. In 2025, it reached its peak rank of 100, a remarkable ascent for a name that saw little use for decades. Its popularity is most notable in Vermont, Alaska, and Wyoming, states known for their natural landscapes. The name's trajectory suggests continued growth, appealing to parents seeking a fresh yet grounded choice.
Juniper is derived directly from the Latin word juniperus, the name for the evergreen shrub. The name entered English use as a given name in the late 20th century, initially as a botanical name, and gained popularity alongside other nature-inspired names.
Where Juniper 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.
“Juniper” around the world
Where Juniper lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
New Zealand
32
babies in 2025
Quebec
5
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland) · NZ Dept of Internal Affairs (New Zealand) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Junie, June
Sibling names for Juniper
Names that share Juniper's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Hazel, Willow, Clementine, Ivy, Magnolia, Aspen, Sage, Coraline, Holli, Indigo, Lennon, Oakley, Acacia, Alaska, Amaryllis, Holley, Honey, Junie, Lark, Aster, Cayenne, Darling, Hayzel, Jewelia, Klover, Koraline, Laurell, Mesa, November, Reverie, Skipper, Emmylou, Genecis, Holiday, Summerlyn, Azaela, Azaelia, Azaleia, Azaleya, Azaylie, Cereniti, Harleyquinn, Holleigh, Hollin, Jemini, Kauri, Lillyona, Lylianna, Renesmay
Brothers: Asher, Jasper, Finn, Silas, Everett, Atlas, River, Rowan, Crispin, Linden, Rye, Cedar, Cypress, Jahleel, Rivers, Wilder, Branch, Cashius, Maveric, Balthazar, Banyan, Calyx, Cougar, Hendryx, Huckleberry, Jabes, Julez, Juniel, Oaklan, Peregrine, Barett, Acer, Acre, Forrester, Kipper, Kuper, Naujour, Trypp
Names like Juniper
Names whose popularity has moved with Juniper's over the last 50 years.
