As the weather heats up and the flowers bloom, June marks the start of summer and a time of joy and celebration. If you’re expecting a little one this month or just looking for some name inspiration, we’ve got you covered. From names that mean “sun” to those inspired by summer traditions, we have curated 30 jubilant June baby names that embody the spirit of this sunny season.
A summer baby is so special and these appellations celebrate their time of arrival. We have a good mix of popular names as well as unique and offbeat options. Don’t miss an opportunity to choose a bright name that stays evergreen all year long. Let’s dive in and find the perfect name to welcome your little bundle of joy!
June Baby Names for Girls
Rose
One of the most popular birth flowers for the month of June is the rose. That makes the many Rose names for girls a popular option. Rose has been in the top 500 most popular names for girls ever since record-keeping began in 1880!
Honey
Honey is summer’s elixir which makes appropriate but there’s more to this appellation and its connection to June. Honeysuckle is another birth flower for the month and you will find it blooming across the country during the month.
Pearl
The official birthstone for June, Pearl makes for a gorgeous name. The name fell completely out of fashion in the 1980s but it’s been climbing again in recent years. If Pearl does not suit your family, we’ve got some other names that secretly mean “pearl” to share with you.
Margot
Margot is a French form of Margaret, a name of Latin origin, meaning “pearl.” Margot is more popular today than ever before in the US. It has staged a glorious comeback after not landing in the top 1000 most popular baby names for girls from 1967-2012.
Rosalia
Rosalia is a Latinate name that’s beloved in Spanish-speaking communities. It is a reference to the rose, yes, but also to the ancient Roman tradition of hanging rose garlands on tombstones. Rosalia fell from favor in the US for almost 100 years, from 1933-2019! It’s back and tracking to become more popular than ever before in the next couple of years.
Juno
We get the month name June from the goddess Juno. Juno holds dominion over the protection of women and marriage. The name likely comes from a Latin root that means “young.” Despite being well known, Juno has never been popular in the US. It’s currently having a moment in England which usually means it will also happen in the US in the next few years.
Soleil
Soleil is a name of French origin, meaning “sun.” You want to pronounce this one soh-LAY. The name is newly popular in the US, landing in the top 1000 for the very first time in 2021. Let’s keep the momentum up by choosing this June baby name for your daughter.
Solana
Solana is the Spanish cousin to Soleil, both share the same root and mean “sun.” Unfortunately, Solana has not enjoyed the same level of popularity in the US. One famous Solana is Solana Rowe. It’s the real name of the singer known as SZA.
Cyra
Cyra is a feminine form of Cyrus, a name of Persian origin that means “sun” and “throne.” To pronounce this one properly, say it SEER-a. It’s a perfect alternative for Sara.
Melissa
Melissa is a name of Greek origin that means “honeybee.” In Greek mythology, the name belongs to a nymph who nursed baby Zeus with honey. Melissa is a very popular name in the US but it has been trending down for decades.
Suvi
Suvi might be a new name to you and we hope you find its sound to be as adorable as we do. Suvi is of Finnish origin and means “summer.” This name is virtually unused in the US so it would be a unique June baby name.
Gemini
May 21-June 20 is Gemini season. If your baby is born within those dates, Gemini would be an attractive and suitable choice. Technically, Gemini is unisex. It is of Latin origin and means “twins.” The name is rare for both boys and girls but we love this one for girls because you get the Gem nickname built in.
Nuray
A rare Turkish name in the US, Nuray is pronounced noor-EYE. The name is currently the 10th most popular name for girls in Azerbaijan. It means “bright moonlight.”
Greta
Greta is a diminutive form of Margaret, meaning “pearl.” This is another June baby name that celebrates the birthstone of the month. Despite being well known and used for decades in the US, the name is trending down. Let’s keep this baby name alive!
Summer
For a no-fuss June baby name, consider Summer. The name only became popular in the 1970s and it’s a solid option that’s well-used today. On even the coldest of winter days, this name reminds us of warm weather, flourishing plants, and sunshine.
June Baby Names for Boys
Elio
Elio is the Italian and Spanish form of the Greek sun god’s name, Helios. Thus, Elio is taken to mean “sun.” The appellation has been popular in France for years and it finally landed in the top 1000 most popular names for boys for the first time in 2021. This is one of our favorite June baby names of all time.
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Cyrus
Cyrus is a name of Persian origin that means “sun” and “throne.” Cyrus has been in the top 1000 most popular baby names for boys ever since record data in the US began in 1880. It was most popular in that year, but it is tracking to best that ranking in the next year or two. How do you feel about the nickname Cy?
Aurelio
Aurelio is an Italian name that comes from a Roman clan name that means “golden one.” The name has had its ups and downs in terms of popularity. It finally came back to the top 1000 in 2022 after being absent for nearly 30 years. Welcome back to this charming baby name!
Alexander
Alexandrite is one of the birthstone’s for the month of June so we felt that Alexander makes a fitting option. Alexander originated in Greek and means “defender of men.” Alexander is one of the world’s most beloved names for boys. The name has always been in the top 300 in the US and last year it ranked 17th.
Junius
Junius is a name of Latin origin that means “born in June.” Junius is extremely rare in the US today but that was not always the case. Junius was a popular given name until 1950. It’s time for this name to return to favor. We can’t think of a better alternative to Julius than this gem.
Jarah
Say this Hebrew name like JAY-rah. Names of Hebrew origin are some of the country and the world’s most beloved. However, this one has gone criminally underused. We count it among the best June baby names because it means “honeysuckle” (one of the birth flowers for June) and “honeycomb.”
Sorley
As with Hebrew names, appellations of Irish origin are also very popular in the US. After all, there are tons of families that have Irish heritage. You will see Sorley more commonly as a surname but it can totally be used as a given name as well. This name means “summer sailor.”
Garland
Flower and botanical names for boys are rather rare. However, Garland is an example of a strong-sounding name with a delightful meaning. It can be translated to mean “wreath of flowers” or “crown.” Sadly, this name is very rare in the US.
Axel
Father’s Day falls in the month of June so we felt that names with connection would be right to recommend. Axel is a name of Scandinavian origin, related to the Hebrew name Absalom, meaning “father of peace.” Axel has made incredible strides since the 1990s and it is now more popular than ever before as top 100 name.
Inigo
Inigo is a diminutive form of Ignatius, a name that means “fiery.” This name has been in use with Spanish-speakers since the medieval era. However, it’s never been widely used in the US. We thought the fire meaning here related to the summer sun.
Bram
Bram is a Dutch form of Absalom with a Hebrew root that means “father of multitudes.” This appellation is popular in the Netherlands but has never been so in the US. It’s a great choice for a baby boy born on or near Father’s Day.
Eliab
Eliab is a Biblical name that has never been popular in the US. It could be a great alternative to Elias and Eli. The name Hebrew name means “God is Father.”
Lucius
Lucius is a delightful June baby name that has a Latin root that means “light.” This appellation reminds us of sunshine. The name has not been popular in the US since the late 1960s and we think it’s time for a comeback.
Beckett
Beckett is a name of English and Irish origin that means “bee hive or “bee cottage” Beckett is a rather new addition to the top 1000, landing in it first in 2006. The name has been slowly climbing ever since but does not show signs of slowing.
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Rhodes
Rhodes first landed in the top 1000 in 2022, two years after Emma Roberts chose the appellation for her son. The name is of Greek origin and means “where the rose
We hope this list of 30 jubilant June baby names has given you some inspiration for your little one! Whether you’re drawn to names that celebrate the start of summer or those that pay tribute to the joy and celebration of this season, there’s a name out there that’s perfect for your growing family. Remember, the most important thing is to choose a name that you love and that will bring a smile to your face every time you say it. Happy baby name hunting!