Girl · 64th of 9,204
June
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
207,125
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1925
Peak Popularity Year
6,723
Peak Births
Generational story
Where June stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
June is a name with Latin origins, derived from 'Junius', associated with the goddess Juno. It means young or youthful and has evolved through various historical forms. The name is often connected with positive traits and is popular in contemporary culture. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dʒuːn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name June is derived from the Latin name 'Junius', which is believed to be named after the Roman goddess Juno, who was associated with marriage and childbirth.
Meaning
young, youthful
Language Evolution
Junius (Latin), Juni (Old French), June (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name June gained popularity in the 19th century as a given name, inspired by the month of June, which is often associated with weddings and new beginnings.
Variants & Derivatives
Juno, Junie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, June is viewed as a fresh and cheerful name, often associated with warmth, summer, and positive attributes.
Famous People
June Carter Cash, June Allyson, June Lockhart
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 6,723 peak births in 1925
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in North Dakota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 787th of 7545 | 1,155 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 916th of 6773 | 900 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1786th of 7552 | 364 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3249th of 10718 | 159 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3989th of 16616 | 202 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6812th of 24088 | 165 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3382nd of 23106 | 401 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 70th of 9107 | 66,546 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 64th of 9204 | 66,442 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 174th of 12526 | 38,492 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 440th of 19264 | 7,671 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1181st of 27321 | 2,209 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 985th of 35406 | 3,948 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 217th of 30306 | 17,027 |