Junior Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOO-nyer / ˈdʒuː.njərLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: young; English: little one
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Junior is derived from the Latin word 'junior', meaning 'younger'. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries, often as a diminutive or affectionate form. The name is commonly associated with the tradition of naming sons after their fathers, often denoted by 'Jr.' in names.
Trend Summary
The name Junior has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often associated with familial naming traditions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Juni
- Juno
International Variants
- Júnior (Portuguese)
- Júnior (Spanish)
Famous people named Junior
Junior Seau was a professional American football player known for his career in the NFL.
Junior Dos Santos is a Brazilian mixed martial artist and former UFC Heavyweight Champion.
Junior Wells was an influential American blues singer and harmonica player.
Junior Bridgeman is a former professional basketball player and successful businessman.
Fictional characters named Junior
Junior is a character in the animated film 'The Lion King 1½', known for his humorous antics.
Junior is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda', often depicted as a young version of Link.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Junior was first seen in the United States in 1882. Junior has ranked as high as #265 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in California, West Virginia, North Carolina, Missouri, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Junior has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Junior (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 72 | |
| TX | 44 | |
| FL | 34 | |
| GA | 16 | |
| NC | 16 | |
| AZ | 14 | |
| TN | 13 | |
| NY | 13 | |
| WA | 11 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| MO | 8 | |
| MA | 8 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| AL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 9 |
| 1885 | 7 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1892 | 11 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1896 | 11 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1900 | 15 |
| 1901 | 13 |
| 1902 | 14 |
| 1903 | 9 |
| 1904 | 12 |
| 1905 | 18 |
| 1906 | 18 |
| 1907 | 16 |
| 1908 | 27 |
| 1909 | 20 |
| 1910 | 36 |
| 1911 | 33 |
| 1912 | 56 |
| 1913 | 67 |
| 1914 | 96 |
| 1915 | 148 |
| 1916 | 199 |
| 1917 | 268 |
| 1918 | 389 |
| 1919 | 508 |
| 1920 | 699 |
| 1921 | 877 |
| 1922 | 1,024 |
| 1923 | 1,172 |
| 1924 | 1,495 |
| 1925 | 1,545 |
| 1926 | 1,590 |
| 1927 | 1,588 |
| 1928 | 1,493 |
| 1929 | 1,442 |
| 1930 | 1,325 |
| 1931 | 1,068 |
| 1932 | 1,116 |
| 1933 | 822 |
| 1934 | 816 |
| 1935 | 677 |
| 1936 | 637 |
| 1937 | 562 |
| 1938 | 517 |
| 1939 | 464 |
| 1940 | 429 |
| 1941 | 398 |
| 1942 | 416 |
| 1943 | 416 |
| 1944 | 392 |
| 1945 | 401 |
| 1946 | 351 |
| 1947 | 388 |
| 1948 | 329 |
| 1949 | 284 |
| 1950 | 274 |
| 1951 | 269 |
| 1952 | 254 |
| 1953 | 225 |
| 1954 | 263 |
| 1955 | 232 |
| 1956 | 230 |
| 1957 | 243 |
| 1958 | 201 |
| 1959 | 184 |
| 1960 | 203 |
| 1961 | 193 |
| 1962 | 177 |
| 1963 | 158 |
| 1964 | 173 |
| 1965 | 149 |
| 1966 | 135 |
| 1967 | 110 |
| 1968 | 102 |
| 1969 | 135 |
| 1970 | 103 |
| 1971 | 114 |
| 1972 | 84 |
| 1973 | 100 |
| 1974 | 87 |
| 1975 | 80 |
| 1976 | 103 |
| 1977 | 102 |
| 1978 | 83 |
| 1979 | 91 |
| 1980 | 120 |
| 1981 | 107 |
| 1982 | 132 |
| 1983 | 107 |
| 1984 | 101 |
| 1985 | 111 |
| 1986 | 114 |
| 1987 | 135 |
| 1988 | 144 |
| 1989 | 140 |
| 1990 | 152 |
| 1991 | 158 |
| 1992 | 181 |
| 1993 | 169 |
| 1994 | 182 |
| 1995 | 224 |
| 1996 | 209 |
| 1997 | 214 |
| 1998 | 213 |
| 1999 | 206 |
| 2000 | 265 |
| 2001 | 270 |
| 2002 | 311 |
| 2003 | 311 |
| 2004 | 316 |
| 2005 | 370 |
| 2006 | 378 |
| 2007 | 401 |
| 2008 | 381 |
| 2009 | 335 |
| 2010 | 291 |
| 2011 | 285 |
| 2012 | 271 |
| 2013 | 295 |
| 2014 | 278 |
| 2015 | 273 |
| 2016 | 284 |
| 2017 | 252 |
| 2018 | 285 |
| 2019 | 275 |
| 2020 | 324 |
| 2021 | 345 |
| 2022 | 327 |
| 2023 | 357 |
| 2024 | 397 |