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Justin
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
792,731
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1988
Peak Popularity Year
35,296
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Justin stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
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 Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
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
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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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
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 14 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |