Junia

"Born in June; belonging to the gens Junia"

โ™€ Female ยท Latin
classical roman biblical rare

๐Ÿ“– About Junia

Junia is an ancient Roman name from the gens Junia, the distinguished family that included Lucius Junius Brutus, founder of the Roman Republic. It appears in the New Testament (Romans 16:7), where Paul greets Junia as an outstanding apostle โ€” making her one of the few women named as an apostle in early Christian texts. The name has seen a quiet revival in recent years, appreciated for its classical roots and soft, melodic sound.

๐Ÿ“ Details

  • OriginLatin
  • Genderโ™€ Female
  • MeaningBorn in June; belonging to the gens Junia

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