Find out how popular the first name Juston has been for the last 47 years (from 1974 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Juston by gender

Based on the last 47 years of data, Juston is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Juston.

The history of the first name Juston

The name Juston is an English given name derived from the Latin name Justinus, which means "just" or "righteous." It has its roots in ancient Roman culture and can be traced back to the 2nd century AD.

The earliest recorded use of the name Juston dates back to the late 12th century, when it was a variant spelling of the name Justin. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Juston of Arles, a French cleric and writer who lived in the late 5th century.

In the 13th century, the name Juston appeared in the writings of Geoffrey of Monmouth, a British cleric and scholar who wrote about the legendary King Arthur. However, it is unclear whether the name referred to an actual person or a fictional character.

During the Middle Ages, the name Juston was relatively uncommon, but it gained popularity in the Renaissance period. One notable bearer of the name was Juston Tortoletti, an Italian painter and architect who lived in the 16th century.

In the 17th century, the name Juston was associated with several notable figures, including Juston Henshaw, an English writer and poet, and Juston Bullock, an English soldier who fought in the English Civil War.

As the name spread across Europe, it took on various spellings and pronunciations. In the 18th century, the German form of the name, Justyn, was used by Justyn Kerner, a German poet and physician.

In the 19th century, the name Juston gained popularity in the United States, with several notable bearers emerging. One of the most famous was Juston Morrill, an American statesman and senator who was instrumental in the establishment of land-grant colleges and universities.

Other notable individuals with the name Juston include Juston Frankel, an American composer and musician from the early 20th century, and Juston Haynes, an American actor and singer who appeared in several Broadway productions in the mid-20th century.

Throughout its long history, the name Juston has been associated with individuals from various backgrounds and professions, reflecting its enduring popularity and cultural significance across different societies and time periods.

Data source

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