'juneberry' is a compound word in English, formed from 'June' (the month) and 'berry' (a small fruit), referring to the time of year the fruit ripens.

'juneberry' was coined in English to describe berries that typically ripen in June, especially those of the Amelanchier genus.

Initially, it referred specifically to berries ripening in June, but now it commonly refers to the fruit of Amelanchier species regardless of exact ripening time.