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Jupiter

♂ Boy

Pronounced JOO-pih-ter /ˈdʒuː.pɪ.tər/High

Meaning: the father, sky godHigh

In 30 seconds: Jupiter is the Roman king of the gods and the largest planet in our solar system. A bold three-syllable name with cosmic grandeur, increasingly used as a given name.
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Origin HighLatin
Meaningthe father, sky god
U.S. rank (2024)#2241 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births64 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 609

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319812024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Jupiter is the Latin form of Jovis Pater (Father Jove/God), the king of the Roman gods, equivalent to the Greek Zeus.

Jupiter has appeared as a given name in the 21st century as parents seek bold mythological and astronomical names.

Did you know? Jupiter's Great Red Spot — a storm larger than planet Earth that has raged for at least 400 years — makes Jupiter synonymous with unstoppable, enduring power.
Overall data confidence 88%
Behind the Name: Jupiter — name etymology referenceUS Social Security Name Database — U.S. popularity data

Variations

JoveJupitus

Nicknames

Jupe

Famous Bearers

  • ★Jupiter (mythological)
    King of the gods in Roman mythology and god of sky and thunder, equivalent to the Greek Zeus.

If you like Jupiter…

Atlas— similar Greek mythological name with cosmic character
Orion— similar Greek cosmic name
Zeus— similar divine king name
Neptune— similar Roman planetary name
Cosimo— similar classical name with cosmic feel

Frequently Asked

What does Jupiter mean?

Jupiter means the father, sky god.

How do you pronounce Jupiter?

Jupiter is pronounced JOO-pih-ter (/ˈdʒuː.pɪ.tər/), with 3 syllables.

Is Jupiter a boy's name?

Yes, Jupiter is used as a boy's name.

How popular is the name Jupiter?

Latin meaning firmly established; Jo(vis) pater = Father God.