A 1890s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Junius since 1880
Babies named Junius per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1920, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Junius's real moment was 1896.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 173 |
| 1890s | 239 |
| 1900s | 258 |
| 1910s | 909 |
| 1920s | 1,278 |
| 1930s | 640 |
| 1940s | 492 |
| 1950s | 422 |
| 1960s | 289 |
| 1970s | 197 |
| 1980s | 149 |
| 1990s | 111 |
| 2000s | 95 |
| 2010s | 85 |
| 2020s | 36 |
Meaning & origin
Junius is a rare Latin name with a long but quiet history. It ranked 7,194 in 2025, with only about 1 in every 155,280 newborns receiving the name. Its peak of popularity occurred in 1896, during the 1890s decade, when it saw greater use. The name entered U.S. records in 1880 and has recently shown signs of a revival, rising in use since 2022. Though no top states are recorded for Junius, its classical roots tie it to Roman heritage and early American naming traditions, making it an uncommon choice with a distinguished feel.
Junius is a name of Latin origin, possibly derived from the Roman family name Iunius, which may mean 'born in June' or be connected to the goddess Juno. It was traditionally given to males born in the month of June. The name appears in early American usage, notably among the Founding Fathers.
Where Junius is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: June
Sibling names for Junius
Names that share Junius's style, for a brother or sister.
