Juvenal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Juvenal is a name of Latin origin meaning 'youthful'. It evolved from the Latin 'juvenilis' through forms like 'Juvenalis' and has been used in various contexts throughout history. It is associated with the Roman poet known for his satirical works. The name reflects traits of youth and vitality, while it has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Juvenal"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒuː.və.nəl/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Juvenal is derived from the Latin word 'juvenilis', meaning 'youthful' or 'young'. It is associated with the Roman poet Decimus Junius Juvenalis, who lived in the 1st century AD.
Meaning
youthful
Language Evolution
Juvenalis (Latin), Juvenal (Medieval Latin), Juvenal (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the Renaissance, largely due to the influence of the poet Juvenal, whose works were studied and admired.
Variants & Derivatives
Juvenalis, Juven, Juvenile
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Juvenal is relatively uncommon but is often associated with literary and artistic heritage. It carries a connotation of youthfulness and vigor.
Famous People
Decimus Junius Juvenalis (Roman poet), Juvenal Habyarimana (former President of Rwanda)
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✨ Juvenal Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 44 peak births in 1991
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Juvenal"
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 "Juvenal"
"Juvenal" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4615th of 6773 | 34 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3824th of 7552 | 80 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3101st of 10718 | 171 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2385th of 16616 | 430 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3796th of 24088 | 385 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6678th of 23106 | 148 |
Regional Popularity of "Juvenal" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
90.18% 2122nd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
66.14% 1887th/2853 |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
31.03% 1255th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- |
37.37% 1941st/5194 |
16.92% 1069th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.50% 2818th/4582 |
- |
45.13% 3300th/7313 |
24.21% 1807th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
46.73% 2933rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Juvenal" 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 "Juvenal"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Juvenal" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Juvenal" in the United States
The name Juvenal is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Juvenal has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Juvenal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4615th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3824th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3101st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2385th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3796th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6678th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Juvenal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.