Junius
boy name#7194 in 2025Junius entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #333 in 1891, ranks #7194 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#7194
rank today
#333
peak (1891)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #443 |
| 1890s | #386 |
| 1900s | #445 |
| 1910s | #510 |
| 1920s | #547 |
| 1930s | #780 |
| 1940s | #962 |
| 1950s | #1174 |
| 1960s | #1484 |
| 1970s | #2321 |
| 1980s | #3247 |
| 1990s | #5399 |
| 2000s | #7414 |
| 2010s | #8887 |
| 2020s | #10047 |
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Junius are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Junius alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Junius in 2025?
- Junius ranks #7194 among US boy names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Junius most popular?
- Junius peaked in 1891, reaching #333 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Junius with classmates?
- Junius will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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