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June
β Boy
Pronounced JOON /dΚuΛn/High
Meaning: youth, Juno's monthMedium
In 30 seconds: June is a Latin name meaning of the month of June or belonging to Juno. Traditionally feminine, it is increasingly used for boys as a gender-neutral name.
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Origin HighLatin
Meaningyouth, Juno's month
U.S. rank (2025)#2172 β Rising
2025 U.S. births66 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1922
Total births (all-time)β 3,627
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
June is the Latin name for the sixth month, from Juno the Roman goddess. As a given name it has been primarily feminine but is used for boys in certain traditions.
June has been used for boys in Southern American communities and is growing as a gender-neutral name.
Did you know? The Roman goddess Juno β queen of the gods β gives June its divine feminine roots, making this a name with both heavenly authority and the warmth of summer.
Overall data confidence 82%
Behind the Name: June β name etymology referenceUS Social Security Name Database β U.S. popularity data
Variations
JuniusJuno
Nicknames
Jun
Famous Bearers
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June Carter Cash (1929β2003)American country singer-songwriter, five-time Grammy winner, and second wife of Johnny Cash.
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Frequently Asked
What does June mean?
June means youth, Juno's month.
How do you pronounce June?
June is pronounced JOON (/dΚuΛn/), with 1 syllable.
Is June a boy's name?
Yes, June is used as a boy's name.
How popular is the name June?
Input sex M/boy; used as boy per spec. Latin meaning via Juno well established.