June
June first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1925, when 6,649 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,978.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is June popular?
Rising June has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 10,606 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 10,253 | |
| 2000s | 1,836 | |
| 1990s | 967 | |
| 1980s | 1,744 | |
| 1970s | 3,518 | |
| 1960s | 11,233 | |
| 1950s | 21,101 | |
| 1940s | 25,168 | |
| 1930s | 40,745 | |
| 1920s | 56,482 | |
| 1910s | 19,244 | |
| 1900s | 1,556 | |
| 1890s | 788 | |
| 1880s | 315 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does June mean?
June comes from the summer month, itself named for the Roman goddess Juno, protector of women and marriage. It is a cheerful vintage name.
Nicknames for June
- Junie
Variants & spellings
- Juno
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Frequently asked questions
Is June a boy or a girl name?
June is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is June a popular name right now?
June has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name June?
In 2025, June ranked #150 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name June most popular?
June was most popular in 1925, when about 6,649 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for June?
Common nicknames for June include Junie.