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Jun

Boy name · 32 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jun: 32 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 6 births in 2014.

The name Jun carries a light, versatile energy with roots spanning East Asia and Scotland. In Japanese, Jun (純) means “pure” or “genuine,” and it can be given to both boys and girls; it also appears as a surname. In Chinese, Jun (君) means “ruler” or “gentleman.” For Scottish parents, Jun can also be a short, modern form of June, the summer month, ultimately from the Roman goddess Juno, or a playful clip of names like Ewan or Duncan. Notably, Jun Takahashi is the celebrated Japanese fashion designer behind the label Undercover. The name feels fresh and cross-cultural, fitting effortlessly into Scotland’s increasingly diverse naming landscape.