Juniper

Juniper is an English nature name taken from the juniper tree and shrub (genus Juniperus), whose name derives from the Latin juniperus — likely related to juvenis (young) and parere (to produce), or possibly to the Celtic root. The juniper is an ancient, hardy plant associated with protection and purification in many traditions. As a given name, Juniper has become a darling of the nature-name trend, with a lively, spirited sound that belies its botanical roots.

Juniper is a name with real personality — it's crisp and botanical and a little bit wild, like a plant that grows in rocky places where nothing else will. It suits a female companion who is sturdy, curious, and slightly unpredictable in the best way: the dog who finds her way through any obstacle course, the cat who colonizes the highest point in every room. The nickname Juni adds a softer, sunnier dimension. Juniper is for the pet owner who loves nature, great sounds, and names that nobody else seems to have thought of yet.