Justion
An invented name possibly coined from a combination of Justin and Austin.
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Justion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Justion today is around 35 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Justion births was 1985 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Justion. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Justion. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
1985
5 babies that year
Average age
35
years old
1994 SSA rank
#9,545
Tracked since 1985
Popularity
Justion: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Justion from the 1980s through to the 1990s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 5 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Justion by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Justion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Justion
The name Justion is believed to have its roots in the ancient Latin language, originating from the word "justus," which means "just" or "righteous." This name likely emerged during the time of the Roman Empire, when Latin was the predominant language across much of Europe.
In the early days of Christianity, Justion may have been used as a name for individuals who were perceived as embodying the virtues of justice and righteousness. It's possible that the name was first adopted by early Christian communities, as they sought to imbue their children with these cherished values.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Justion can be found in the writings of the 4th-century philosopher and theologian, St. Augustine of Hippo. In his work "Confessions," Augustine mentions a man named Justion, though little is known about this individual's life or significance.
Moving forward in history, the name Justion appears to have been relatively uncommon throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance period. However, it experienced a resurgence during the Age of Enlightenment, when the ideals of reason, justice, and natural law came to the forefront of intellectual discourse.
One notable figure who bore the name Justion was Justion Hennings (1675-1747), a German philosopher and theologian who made significant contributions to the fields of natural law and moral philosophy. His works explored the relationship between reason, morality, and divine justice.
Another prominent Justion was Justion Danti (1508-1576), an Italian mathematician, cosmographer, and engineer who played a crucial role in the development of cartography and map-making during the Renaissance. His intricate maps and globes were highly prized for their accuracy and artistic beauty.
In the realm of literature, Justion Goethe (1749-1832), the renowned German writer and polymath, is perhaps one of the most famous individuals to bear this name. His masterpiece, "Faust," explored themes of morality, knowledge, and the human condition, cementing his place as one of the greatest literary figures of all time.
Justion Martyr (c. 100-165 AD) was an early Christian apologist and philosopher who played a significant role in shaping the early Church's understanding of philosophy and its relationship to faith. His writings, such as the "First Apology" and the "Dialogue with Trypho," defended Christianity against its critics and sought to reconcile Greek philosophy with Christian teachings.
Finally, Justion Winsor (1831-1897) was an American librarian and historian who made significant contributions to the field of library science and the preservation of historical records. He served as the librarian of Harvard University and played a pivotal role in establishing the American Library Association.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Justion throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.
People
Justion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Justion as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Justion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Justion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Justion going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Justion a common name?
We classify Justion as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Justion most popular?
The single biggest year for Justion was 1985, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Justion is about 35 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Justion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Justion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Justion in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Justion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Justion in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Justion can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Justion?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.