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Current rank (2025)#752
Babies named Junior in 2025343
Total recorded43,168
Peak year1926 (1,590 babies)
Highest rank ever#115
Years in records1882–2025 (136 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 2 spots

Frequently asked about Junior

What does the name Junior mean?
Junior means “Younger, the younger one” from Latin/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Junior?
Junior has Latin/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Younger, the younger one”.
How popular is Junior?
Junior ranked #752 in 2025 — given to 343 babies that year.
When was Junior most popular?
Junior peaked in 1926 with 1,590 babies registered that year.
Is Junior a boy or girl name?
Junior is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Juniors in registered births are male.
How long has Junior been recorded?
Junior appears in birth records across 136 years — from 1882 through 2025.

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