Justen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Justen originates from the Latin name Justinus, meaning 'just' or 'fair'. It has evolved through various historical forms, maintaining its core meaning related to justice. The name does not have a biblical relevance. It rose to popularity in the Middle Ages and continues to be perceived positively in contemporary culture.
The name Justen is most popular in California, 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. 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, Justen 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, 'Justen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1536th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 848th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1784th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6021st out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Justen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Justen"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒʌstən/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Justen is derived from the Latin name Justinus, which means 'just' or 'fair'. The name is associated with justice and righteousness.
Meaning
just, fair
Language Evolution
Justinus, Justinus, Justen
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, especially in Christian contexts, due to its association with saints and martyrs bearing the name.
Variants & Derivatives
Justin, Justus, Just, Jus
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Justen is viewed as a modern variant of Justin, often associated with a sense of fairness and integrity.
Famous People
Justen Hines - Canadian musician, Justen Kuri - American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Justen"
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 "Justen"
"Justen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1536th of 10718 | 508 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 848th of 16616 | 2,201 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1784th of 24088 | 1,164 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6021st of 23106 | 173 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Justen" 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) |
40.52% 1190th/2937 |
53.89% 1877th/3483 |
53.98% 1899th/3518 |
31.13% 1259th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
18.21% 671st/3685 |
25.05% 1121st/4475 |
20.64% 1072nd/5194 |
13.71% 866th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.97% 1740th/4582 |
37.57% 1940th/5164 |
28.89% 2113th/7313 |
27.08% 2021st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Justen" 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 "Justen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Justen" 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.