Juvenal Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOO-vuh-nal / ˈdʒuː.və.nəlLatin
Meaning
youthful
Historical & Cultural Background
Juvenal is derived from the Latin name 'Juvenalis', which is associated with youth. The name is most famously linked to the Roman poet Decimus Iunius Iuvenalis, known for his satirical works in the late 1st and early 2nd centuries AD. Juvenal's writings provide insight into Roman society and its moral issues. The name has been used in various cultures, often reflecting themes of youth and vitality.
Trend Summary
The name Juvenal has not been widely used in the United States and remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Juvenalis
International Variants
- Juvenal (Spanish)
- Juvenile (English)
Famous people named Juvenal
Juvenal Habyarimana was a Rwandan politician who served as the President of Rwanda from 1973 until his assassination in 1994.
Fictional characters named Juvenal
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Juvenal was first seen in the United States in 1922. Juvenal has ranked as high as #1183 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Juvenal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Juvenal (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 44 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 31 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 29 |
| 1997 | 32 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 7 |