The Movement

About Junia™

A revolutionary naming tradition that honors maternal lineage with the same dignity and recognition historically reserved for sons.

The Biblical Inspiration

"Greet Andronicus and Junia, my fellow Jews who have been in prison with me. They are outstanding among the apostles, and they were in Christ before I was."

— Romans 16:7 (NIV)

Junia was a remarkable woman recognized by the Apostle Paul as "outstanding among the apostles." Her story represents strength, leadership, and the vital role women have played throughout spiritual and cultural history. For centuries, her identity was obscured, but modern scholarship has restored her rightful place as a female leader in the early church.

The Modern Movement

Created by Dr. Tamara Nall Ezeanii at age 50, following the passing of her beloved mother, Junia™ emerged from a profound realization: while sons have long been honored through the "Junior" tradition, daughters lacked a formal way to carry their mothers' names forward.

This movement isn't just about creating a naming convention; it's about establishing a new tradition of matriarchal storytelling, where every Junia™ carries forward the legacy of the women who came before her.

What Junia™ Means

J

Justice

Equal naming rights

U

Unity

Generational bonds

N

Nobility

Honoring heritage

I

Identity

Maternal legacy

A

Ancestry

Preserving lineage

"Just as 'Junior' honors fathers, 'Junia' honors mothers."

Our Core Beliefs

I

Daughters Deserve Equal Honor

Every daughter deserves to inherit her mother's legacy with the same honor and recognition that sons receive when named after their fathers.

II

Names Carry Power

Names are more than labels—they carry power, identity, and generational purpose. A name connects us to our heritage and shapes our future.

III

Women Shape Culture

Through naming traditions, women can actively shape and influence culture, creating new norms that celebrate maternal lineage.

The Junia™ movement seeks to give daughters a formal, meaningful way to connect with their maternal heritage and identity.

Designate a Junia™ Today