Justine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Justine originates from the Latin name 'Justinus', meaning 'just' or 'fair'. It has evolved through various forms including Justinus and Justina. The name is associated with traits of fairness and strength, and it has no biblical relevance. Its popularity rose in the late 19th century, and it remains a sophisticated choice today.
The name Justine is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Justine has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Justine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5216th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5252nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6502nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2100th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1033rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3425th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13385th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 565th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 622nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 739th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 594th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 264th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 670th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2426th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Justine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Justine"
Pronunciation
/dʒʌsˈtiːn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Justine is derived from the Latin name 'Justinus', which means 'just' or 'fair'. It is a feminine form of the name Justin.
Meaning
just, fair
Language Evolution
Justinus, Justina, Justine
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of the name Justin.
Variants & Derivatives
Justin, Justina, Jasmine
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Justine is viewed as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with strength and fairness.
Famous People
Justine Henin - Belgian former professional tennis player, Justine Bateman - American actress, writer, and producer, Justine Trudeau - Canadian politician and Prime Minister of Canada
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Justine"
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 of "Justine"
"Justine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5216th of 7545 | 27 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5252nd of 6773 | 19 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6502nd of 7552 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2100th of 10718 | 318 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1033rd of 16616 | 1,548 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3425th of 24088 | 451 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 13385th of 23106 | 38 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 565th of 9107 | 2,808 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 622nd of 9204 | 2,297 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 739th of 12526 | 3,313 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 594th of 19264 | 4,679 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 264th of 27321 | 17,323 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 670th of 35406 | 6,605 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2426th of 30306 | 901 |
Regional Popularity of "Justine" by Generation for Male 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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- | - |
44.68% 1807th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.34% 860th/3685 |
19.80% 886th/4475 |
25.05% 1301st/5194 |
18.25% 1153rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.50% 2818th/4582 |
37.32% 1927th/5164 |
- |
39.17% 2923rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Justine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
34.46% 488th/1416 |
27.19% 375th/1379 |
28.15% 666th/2366 |
75.39% 861st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
39.52% 611th/1546 |
25.19% 392nd/1556 |
34.55% 813th/2353 |
64.12% 992nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
32.42% 722nd/2227 |
19.14% 465th/2430 |
37.43% 1068th/2853 |
34.23% 950th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.05% 589th/2937 |
10.77% 375th/3483 |
39.57% 1392nd/3518 |
15.60% 631st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
6.84% 252nd/3685 |
3.51% 157th/4475 |
9.51% 494th/5194 |
3.44% 217th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
14.43% 661st/4582 |
9.31% 481st/5164 |
13.96% 1021st/7313 |
7.25% 541st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.61% 3052nd/3984 |
51.75% 2322nd/4487 |
38.57% 2631st/6822 |
28.27% 1774th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Justine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Justine" 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.