Junita Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Junita originates from Latin, meaning youthful. Its linguistic path evolved from Junia to Junita. It conveys traits of youthfulness and vitality, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Junita is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Junita has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Junita' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1911th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1698th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3170th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4556th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9980th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Junita' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Junita"
Pronunciation
/dʒuːˈniːtə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Junita is derived from the Latin name 'Junia,' which is rooted in 'Juno,' the Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth.
Meaning
youthful
Language Evolution
Junia, Junita
Historical Usage
Junita gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine variant of Junia.
Variants & Derivatives
Junie, Juni, Juno
Modern Popularity & Image
Junita is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with youthful energy and vibrancy.
Famous People
Junita Brown, an American author, Junita McCoy, an American activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Junita"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Junita"
"Junita" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1911th of 9107 | 343 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1698th of 9204 | 414 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3170th of 12526 | 263 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4556th of 19264 | 198 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9980th of 27321 | 96 |
Regional Popularity of "Junita" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Junita" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
61.96% 1466th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
60.35% 1420th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Junita"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Junita" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.