Dusten Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dusten is a name with origins in Old English and Old Norse, deriving from 'dust' and evolving through various forms. It means 'brave warrior' or 'strong fighter' and has gained popularity as a modern variant of Dustin. The name reflects traits of strength and individuality, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Dusten is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dusten has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Dusten' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2451st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1542nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4887th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13917th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dusten' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dusten"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʌstən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Dusten is derived from the Old English word 'dust,' meaning 'to sprinkle or to dust,' likely evolving into a given name as a diminutive form or variant of Dustin, which itself has roots in the Old Norse name 'Þórsteinn' meaning 'Thor's stone.'
Meaning
brave warrior, strong fighter
Language Evolution
Þórsteinn (Old Norse), Dustyn (Middle English), Dustin (Modern English), Dusten (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variation of Dustin.
Variants & Derivatives
Dusty, Dustin, Dustinus
Modern Popularity & Image
Dusten is viewed as a modern, unique name that conveys strength and individuality. It has a contemporary feel while still being connected to traditional roots.
Famous People
Dusten Kline, an American professional wrestler., Dusten McGowan, an American artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dusten"
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 "Dusten"
"Dusten" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2451st of 10718 | 249 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1542nd of 16616 | 821 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4887th of 24088 | 270 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 13917th of 23106 | 34 |
Regional Popularity of "Dusten" 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 |
- |
60.83% 2140th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.18% 1370th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
36.39% 1890th/5194 |
40.18% 2538th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
56.82% 4155th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dusten" by Generation for 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dusten"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dusten" 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.