Junior
girl nameJunior entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #2026 in 1927, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
—
rank today
#2026
peak (1927)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #2558 |
| 1930s | #3203 |
| 1940s | #3863 |
| 1990s | #13386 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Junior are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Junior alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Junior in 2025?
- Junior is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Junior most popular?
- Junior peaked in 1927, reaching #2026 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Junior with classmates?
- Junior will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Junior and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle