US Popularity:1517
Origin:Latin
Meaning:the younger one
Often given as a charming nickname, Junior is in fact a cute first name given to boys around the world. It may also come as no surprise that this Latin name means “the younger one.” This would make for a fabulous name for boys who are the second born and therefore your very own little one. However, we encourage you to go ahead and use this name regardless of what number child they are—it’s just too dang good not to! You may also recognize Junior as it’s often used for boys in Latin American culture, for example, Neymar Jr.

How Popular Is The Name Junior?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Junior is currently #3787 on The Bump
Boy:Junior is currently #2120 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Junior is currently #1517 in U.S. births
Boy:Junior is currently #736 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#736
in 2023
+ 37
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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