Boy
Latin
2 syllables
Justin
JUS-tin
/ˈdʒʌs.tɪn/
"Fair in all things" — a name built on the noblest of virtues
Justin is the English form of the Latin Justinus, derived from 'Justus' meaning 'just' or 'righteous.' The name was popular among early Christians and was borne by two Byzantine emperors and several saints, including Justin Martyr, a 2nd-century Christian philosopher. In the 1980s and 1990s Justin became one of the most fashionable names in the English-speaking world, with a bright, youthful energy that lingers today.
Quick Facts
Letters6
SyllablesJus · tin
GenderBoy
OriginLatin
Root WordJustinus
MeaningJust; righteous; fair
PopularityPopular
Peak Year1990
Trend
→ Stable
Name DayJune 1
Nicknames
JusJussyJay
About the Name Justin
Justin means 'just,' 'righteous,' or 'fair,' from the Latin Justinus and its root 'Justus.' The name embodies the virtue of justice and was favored by early Christians as a name reflecting moral uprightness. It carries a sense of fairness and integrity.
Justin was one of the most popular names of the 1980s and 1990s in the US, regularly appearing in the top 20. It has since declined but remains in the top 100, and continues to be widely used across English-speaking countries.
Justin is associated with fairness, intelligence, and a warm social nature. People named Justin are often seen as balanced, dependable, and well-liked. The name suggests someone with a strong moral compass and an easy going confidence.
Justin pairs well with both classic and modern middle names: Justin Alexander, Justin Michael, and Justin Thomas are timeless. Shorter options like Justin Cole or Justin Reed create a punchy, contemporary feel.
Justin comes from the Latin Justinus, itself derived from Justus meaning 'just' or 'righteous.' It was used by Roman citizens and spread through Christianity via saints and Byzantine emperors. The name has been in English use since the medieval period.
Common nicknames include Jus and Jay. Jussy is used affectionately, particularly in childhood. The name is short enough that many bearers use it in full throughout their lives.
Personality of Justin
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Justin
Creativity
70%
Elegance
68%
Independence
74%
Intelligence
78%
Strength
72%
Warmth
76%
Famous People Named Justin
J
Justin Bieber
Canadian pop star and one of the best-selling music artists of all time
J
Justin Timberlake
American singer, actor, and former member of NSYNC
J
Justin Trudeau
Canadian politician and former Prime Minister of Canada
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Justin Martyr
2nd-century Christian apologist and martyr, patron of philosophers
Middle Names for Justin
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Justin
Justin Justin Alexander
Justin Justin Michael
Justin Justin Thomas
Justin Justin William
Justin Justin James
Justin Justin Cole
Justin Justin Reed
Justin Justin Scott
Justin Justin Robert
Justin Justin Blake
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History of Justin
100 AD
Justin Martyr born; his philosophical writings make him one of the earliest Christian apologists
483 AD
Justin I becomes Byzantine Emperor; Justin II follows in 565 AD
1980s
Justin becomes a top-20 name in the United States and across the English-speaking world
2010s
Justin remains popular but declines from its 1990s peak as newer names take over
Numerology & Symbolism of Justin
3
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
3
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Libra
6
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Sky Blue
💎
Lucky Stone
Blue Topaz
🌸
Lucky Flower
Forget-Me-Not
Justin Around the World
How Justin is written in different languages and scripts
جاستن
Arabic
ジャスティン
Japanese
Джастин
Russian
저스틴
Korean
贾斯汀
Chinese
Τζάστιν
Greek
जस्टिन
Hindi
ג'סטין
Hebrew
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