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Origin(s)
PronunciationJOO-nih-per / /ˈdʒuː.nɪ.pər/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: Juniper tree; English: youthful
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Juniper is derived from the Latin word 'juniperus', referring to the juniper tree, which has been associated with protection and purification in various cultures. It gained popularity as a given name in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 21st century. The name is often linked to nature and has a fresh, modern appeal.
Trend Summary
Juniper has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the last decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Juni
- Juniiper
International Variants
- Ginepro (Italian)
- Genévrier (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Juniper was first seen in the United States in 1969. Juniper has ranked as high as #258 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Washington, Oregon, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Juniper has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Juniper (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 211 | |
TX | 176 | |
WA | 134 | |
OH | 97 | |
FL | 95 | |
CO | 92 | |
OR | 83 | |
PA | 76 | |
MO | 70 | |
UT | 69 | |
NC | 66 | |
NY | 66 | |
MN | 64 | |
IL | 63 | |
TN | 63 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1969 | 5 |
1970 | 7 |
1971 | 12 |
1972 | 8 |
1973 | 8 |
1974 | 23 |
1975 | 15 |
1976 | 16 |
1977 | 19 |
1978 | 9 |
1979 | 9 |
1980 | 9 |
1982 | 9 |
1984 | 6 |
1985 | 8 |
1992 | 5 |
1994 | 7 |
1995 | 8 |
1996 | 10 |
1997 | 14 |
1998 | 16 |
1999 | 14 |
2000 | 23 |
2001 | 18 |
2002 | 32 |
2003 | 31 |
2004 | 33 |
2005 | 49 |
2006 | 74 |
2007 | 80 |
2008 | 108 |
2009 | 170 |
2010 | 213 |
2011 | 269 |
2012 | 305 |
2013 | 441 |
2014 | 644 |
2015 | 745 |
2016 | 957 |
2017 | 1,049 |
2018 | 1,185 |
2019 | 1,546 |
2020 | 1,675 |
2021 | 2,004 |
2022 | 2,499 |
2023 | 2,391 |
2024 | 2,441 |