Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Justin has Latin origins, meaning 'just' or 'fair', and has evolved through historical forms such as Justinus. It became popular in the Christian context due to Saint Justin Martyr and remains a widely used name today. It carries positive traits and has no biblical relevance. Notable figures with this name include Justin Bieber and Justin Trudeau.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒʌstɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Justin comes from the Latin name 'Justinus', which is derived from 'justus', meaning 'just' or 'fair'.
Meaning
Just, fair
Language Evolution
Justinus, Justinus, Justin
Historical Usage
The name Justin gained popularity in the Christian world due to Saint Justin Martyr, a 2nd-century Christian apologist. It has been used throughout history, particularly in Europe during the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Justus, Justine, Jas, Jus
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Justin is viewed as a classic yet modern name, often associated with qualities of fairness and righteousness. It has maintained steady popularity in various cultures.
Famous People
Justin Bieber, Justin Timberlake, Justin Long, Justin Trudeau
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 35,296 peak births in 1988
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Wyoming
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 527th of 7545 | 2,122 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 647th of 6773 | 1,665 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 449th of 7552 | 5,242 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 47th of 10718 | 117,670 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13th of 16616 | 428,199 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 30th of 24088 | 198,867 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 134th of 23106 | 34,972 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1843rd of 19264 | 792 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1092nd of 27321 | 2,505 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4620th of 35406 | 463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17255th of 30306 | 39 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
29.73% 421st/1416 |
26.83% 370th/1379 |
46.83% 1108th/2366 |
52.10% 595th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
38.03% 588th/1546 |
27.31% 425th/1556 |
44.84% 1055th/2353 |
46.99% 727th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
19.40% 432nd/2227 |
15.72% 382nd/2430 |
17.91% 511th/2853 |
14.41% 400th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
1.60% 47th/2937 |
1.49% 52nd/3483 |
1.56% 55th/3518 |
0.82% 33rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
0.38% 14th/3685 |
0.40% 18th/4475 |
0.17% 9th/5194 |
0.22% 14th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
0.83% 38th/4582 |
0.35% 18th/5164 |
0.38% 28th/7313 |
0.47% 35th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
4.52% 180th/3984 |
2.01% 90th/4487 |
1.82% 124th/6822 |
2.60% 163rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
56.11% 1648th/2937 |
59.37% 2068th/3483 |
57.76% 2032nd/3518 |
39.71% 1606th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
27.08% 998th/3685 |
26.01% 1164th/4475 |
19.04% 989th/5194 |
20.98% 1325th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
60.00% 4388th/7313 |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Wyoming across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too rising for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too rising for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too rising for male in South, stalled for female in South, too rising for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 527th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 647th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 449th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 47th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 30th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 134th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1843rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1092nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4620th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17255th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.