Juno Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOO-no / /ˈdʒuː.noʊ/Latin; Greek
Meaning
Juno (Latin: queen of the gods); youth (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Roman mythology, Juno is the queen of the gods, protector of the state, and goddess of marriage and childbirth. The name is derived from the Latin word 'iuvenis,' meaning 'youth,' which connects to the Greek interpretation of the name. Juno was often associated with the moon and was revered in various festivals.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Jun
- Juni
International Variants
- Juno (Italian)
- Juno (Spanish)
Famous people named Juno
Juno Temple — actress.
Juno Dawson — author.
Fictional characters named Juno
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Juno was first seen in the United States in 1997. Juno has ranked as high as #1328 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Juno has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Juno (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 36 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 41 |