UK surname
A surname derived from the month of June, likely referring to someone born in that month.
In the 1881 census there were 20 people recorded with the Junes surname, ranking it #30,738 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 27, ranked #36,189, down from #30,738 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Bredon, Llanwonno and Lincoln St Peter at Gowts. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Junes is 104 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 35.0%.
1881 census count
20
Ranked #30,738
Modern count
27
2016, ranked #36,189
Peak year
1891
104 bearers
Map years
1
1891 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Junes surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Junes surname density by area, 1891 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 17 | #30,267 |
| 1861 | historical | 74 | #24,370 |
| 1881 | historical | 20 | #30,738 |
| 1891 | historical | 104 | #23,388 |
| 1901 | historical | 45 | #29,156 |
| 1911 | historical | 69 | #25,965 |
| 1997 | modern | 7 | #37,533 |
| 1998 | modern | 5 | #37,861 |
| 1999 | modern | 3 | #38,318 |
| 2000 | modern | 9 | #37,119 |
| 2001 | modern | 9 | #36,980 |
| 2002 | modern | 15 | #36,381 |
| 2003 | modern | 15 | #36,415 |
| 2004 | modern | 13 | #36,742 |
| 2005 | modern | 19 | #36,247 |
| 2006 | modern | 26 | #35,822 |
| 2007 | modern | 28 | #35,801 |
| 2008 | modern | 26 | #36,012 |
| 2009 | modern | 25 | #36,191 |
| 2010 | modern | 25 | #36,273 |
| 2011 | modern | 25 | #36,252 |
| 2012 | modern | 26 | #36,166 |
| 2013 | modern | 26 | #36,217 |
| 2014 | modern | 26 | #36,244 |
| 2015 | modern | 26 | #36,228 |
| 2016 | modern | 27 | #36,189 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Bredon, Llanwonno, Lincoln St Peter at Gowts, London parishes and Hemel Hempstead. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bredon | Gloucestershire |
| 2 | Llanwonno | Glamorganshire |
| 3 | Lincoln St Peter at Gowts | Lincolnshire |
| 4 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 5 | Hemel Hempstead | Hertfordshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Junes surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Junes, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Junes surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Junes household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Junes is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Junes is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Junes, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname JUNES is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is likely derived from the Old English word "jun," which means "yew tree," suggesting that the name may have been given to someone who lived near or worked with yew trees.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name JUNES can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Junes" in reference to a landowner in Wiltshire. This suggests that the name had already been established in England by the 11th century.
In the 13th century, a notable figure named Richard JUNES was mentioned in the records of the city of York. He was a merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the city's economic and political affairs during that time.
Another early record of the name JUNES dates back to the 14th century, when a man named John JUNES was listed as a freeman of the city of London in 1382. Freemen were individuals who enjoyed certain rights and privileges within a city or borough.
During the 16th century, the JUNES surname appeared in various records across England, including in the parish registers of Dorset and Somerset. One notable individual from this period was William JUNES (c. 1520-1589), a prominent landowner and member of the gentry in Gloucestershire.
In the 17th century, the JUNES name gained further prominence with the birth of Sir Thomas JUNES (1635-1699), a member of Parliament and influential figure in the English Civil War. He was a staunch supporter of the Parliamentarian cause and played a crucial role in the conflict.
As the centuries passed, the JUNES surname continued to be well-represented in various parts of England, with families bearing the name establishing themselves in counties such as Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Warwickshire.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Junes surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Hertfordshire leads with 7 Junes' recorded in 1881 and an index of 52.12x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Hertfordshire | 7 | 52.12x |
| Warwickshire | 6 | 12.21x |
| Middlesex | 4 | 2.05x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 2.33x |
| Lancashire | 1 | 0.43x |
| Ross-shire | 1 | 18.69x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Hemel Hempstead in Hertfordshire leads with 7 Junes' recorded in 1881 and an index of 1147.54x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Hemel Hempstead | 7 | 1147.54x |
| Aston | 6 | 44.35x |
| Staines | 4 | 1290.32x |
| Allerton | 1 | 1666.67x |
| Fortrose | 1 | 3333.33x |
| Higher Bebington | 1 | 357.14x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Junes surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Junes surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Junes households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 3 |
| Gardener | 2 |
| Agricultural Labourer And Milkman | 1 |
| Black Borders Envelop | 1 |
| Boatswain | 1 |
| Cripple | 1 |
| Domestic Duties | 1 |
| Dressmaker | 1 |
| Engine Driver | 1 |
| Haberdasher | 1 |
| Helps In House | 1 |
| Laundress | 1 |
| Morning Governess Teacher | 1 |
| Railway Signalman | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 20 people were recorded with the Junes surname. That placed it at #30,738 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 27 in 2016. That gives Junes a modern rank of #36,189.
A surname derived from the month of June, likely referring to someone born in that month.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Junes bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.