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June

Girl name · 338 babies recorded · 1974–2025

June: 338 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 44 births in 1975.

Spring-blessed and radiant, June takes its name from the Roman goddess Juno, protector of women and marriage, and from the Latin *Junius*—the month sacred to her. While chiefly a feminine given name in English-speaking countries, its use as a first name only became common in the early twentieth century. Famous bearers include country music legend June Carter Cash, whose wit and warmth defined a genre, and actress June Lockhart, beloved for *Lassie* and *Lost in Space*. The Alaskan capital Juneau shares the name, though it was actually named after a gold prospector, not the goddess or month. Today, June remains a cheerful, vintage favourite, often chosen by parents who love its sunny, timeless simplicity—and it works beautifully as a middle name too.