Junior

Meaning of Junior

It means 'younger.' It's often used to refer to a son who has the same name as his father.

Junior has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Junior

Junior has cooled off, slipping to #752 in 2025, down from a peak of #609 in 2005.

Notable people named Junior

• Dale Earnhardt Jr.
  NASCAR driver
• Sammy Davis Jr.
  Entertainer, singer, dancer
• George Foreman Jr.
  Entrepreneur and boxer
• Ken Griffey Jr.
  Baseball player
• Junior Seau
  Football player

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Questions about the name Junior

What does the name Junior mean?

Junior means it means 'younger.' it's often used to refer to a son who has the same name as his father, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Junior a boy's or a girl's name?

Junior is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Junior?

In 2025, Junior ranked #752 for boys, down from #683 the year before.

When was Junior most popular?

Junior peaked at #609 in 2005.