Junius Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Junius is a Latin name meaning 'youthful', linked to the goddess Juno. It evolved from Latin to Old French and then to English. The name is associated with qualities of strength and vitality, with no direct biblical relevance. Its usage soared during the Renaissance and remains a classic name with contemporary charm.
The name Junius is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Junius has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Junius' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 516th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 798th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1167th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1980th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3924th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7222nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9506th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Junius' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Junius"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒuːniəs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Junius is derived from the Latin name 'Junius', which is believed to be connected to the Roman goddess Juno, the protector and special counselor of the state.
Meaning
youthful
Language Evolution
Junius (Latin), Junius (Old French), Junius (English)
Historical Usage
The name Junius was used in ancient Rome and has been adopted in various cultures. It gained popularity in the Renaissance period and has been used in literature and among notable figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Junia, Juno
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Junius is considered a classic and somewhat uncommon name, often associated with strength and youthfulness.
Famous People
Junius Brutus (Roman politician), Junius (pseudonym of a British writer in the 18th century), Junius S. Morgan (banker)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Junius"
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 "Junius"
"Junius" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 516th of 7545 | 2,195 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 798th of 6773 | 1,137 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1167th of 7552 | 793 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1980th of 10718 | 352 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3924th of 16616 | 207 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7222nd of 24088 | 152 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9506th of 23106 | 82 |
Regional Popularity of "Junius" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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81.94% 1130th/1379 |
13.99% 331st/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
74.42% 1158th/1556 |
22.18% 522nd/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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51.28% 1246th/2430 |
26.50% 756th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
33.68% 1185th/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Junius" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Junius"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Junius" 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.