Junior

Boy's name

Junior is derived from the Latin word "juvenis," meaning "young." It is commonly used as a suffix to distinguish a son who shares his father's name.

Meaning The younger one
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 397 Rising
Peak year 1926

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Junior Seau - NFL linebacker, Pro Football Hall of Fame.
  • Junior Johnson - NASCAR driver, team owner, moonshine runner.
  • Junior Dos Santos - UFC heavyweight champion, mixed martial artist.
  • Junior Bridgeman - NBA player, successful businessman, entrepreneur.
  • Junior Galette - NFL linebacker, New Orleans Saints, Washington Redskins.
  • Junior Soprano - Fictional character, "The Sopranos" TV series.
  • Junior Wells - Blues harmonica player, singer, songwriter.
  • Junior Lake - MLB outfielder, Chicago Cubs, Baltimore Orioles.
  • Junior Miller - NASCAR driver, modified racing champion.
  • Junior Brown - Country music singer, guitarist, songwriter.

Brothers for Junior

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Sisters for Junior

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