Junia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Junia originates from Latin, meaning 'youthful' or 'young', and is linked to the Roman goddess Juno. It has evolved from the Latin 'Junius' to its current form. The name carries positive traits of youthfulness and has biblical relevance through its mention in the New Testament. Junia has gained popularity in modern times, appreciated for its uniqueness and elegance.
The name Junia is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Junia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Junia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3022nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3910th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7459th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12044th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8541st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3108th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Junia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Junia"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒuːniə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Junia is derived from the Latin name 'Junius', which is associated with the Roman goddess Juno, the protector and special counselor of the state. The name itself means 'youthful' or 'young'.
Meaning
youthful, young
Language Evolution
Junius (Latin), Junia (Latin)
Biblical Background
Junia is mentioned in the New Testament of the Bible as a notable early Christian, recognized for her apostolic status.
Historical Usage
The name Junia gained popularity in early Christian communities, particularly during the first few centuries after Christ, and has seen a resurgence in modern times due to its biblical associations.
Variants & Derivatives
Junius, June, Juna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Junia is seen as a unique and elegant name, often appreciated for its historical and biblical significance.
Famous People
Junia T. Smith, a notable figure in early Christian history
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Junia"
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 of "Junia"
"Junia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3022nd of 9107 | 162 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3910th of 9204 | 99 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7459th of 12526 | 42 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12044th of 27321 | 67 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8541st of 35406 | 201 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3108th of 30306 | 633 |
Regional Popularity of "Junia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Junia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
73.62% 2933rd/3984 |
70.69% 3172nd/4487 |
48.92% 3337th/6822 |
46.89% 2943rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Junia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Junia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.