Juniper: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced JOO-nuh-per · 3 syllables
Juniper means “the juniper tree”, from Latin and English.
A topographic surname from juniper. In some cases matronymic from an equivalent of Jennifer influenced by folk etymology.
- Meaning
- the juniper tree
- Origin
- Latin, English
- Pronunciation
- JOO-nuh-per
- US rank (2025)
- #100
- US babies a year
- about 2,425 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising, Nature
How popular is Juniper?
Juniper was the #100 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,646 babies. It’s rising: up 397% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #100 |
| England & Wales | #463 |
| Scotland | #992 |
| Ireland | #846 |
| Canada | #241 |
| Australia | #131 |
How old are people named Juniper?
Half of US adults named Juniper are older than 22; most are between 18 and 53. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Juniper
What does the name Juniper mean?
Juniper means “the juniper tree”. It comes from Latin and English.
How do you pronounce Juniper?
Juniper is pronounced JOO-nuh-per.
How popular is the name Juniper?
Juniper was the #100 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,646 babies. It’s rising: up 397% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Juniper?
Half of US adults named Juniper are older than 22. Most are between 18 and 53.