JUNIOR
Junior (surname)
The surname Junior is of English origin, derived from the Latin word "junior," meaning younger. This surname is often used to distinguish a son who shares the same name as his father. The use of Junior as a surname became prevalent in the UK during the 19th century, reflecting the trend of naming sons after their fathers.
Distribution and Frequency
The surname Junior is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences found in England and Wales. It is more commonly used as a suffix in personal names rather than as a standalone surname.
Notable Individuals
As Junior is a common suffix rather than a standalone surname, there are limited notable individuals associated specifically with the surname Junior. However, many historical figures and modern-day personalities have used Junior in their names to denote their familial relationships.
Variants
Variants of the surname Junior include Juniora, Juniors, and Juniour, reflecting variations in spelling over time and in different regions.
References
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 537 people named Junior in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Junior.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Carlos
- David
- Helio
- James
- Jay
- Joao
- John
- Jose
- Kevin
- Manuel
- Mark
- Michael
- Robert
Female
- Celia
- Christina
- Danielle
- Dawn
- Joan
- Kirra
- Milena
- Nicola
- Rachel
- Sheena