Find out how popular the first name Ustin has been for the last 12 years (from 1978 to 1989) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ustin by gender

Based on the last 12 years of data, Ustin is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1989, there were 13 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Ustin.

The history of the first name Ustin

The name Ustin is a masculine given name of Russian origin, derived from the Latin name "Justinus," which itself is a derivative of the name "Justus," meaning "just" or "upright." This name has a long and rich history, dating back to ancient times.

The earliest recorded use of the name Ustin can be traced back to the Byzantine Empire, where it was a popular name among Orthodox Christians. In fact, several saints and notable figures from this era bore the name, including Saint Ustin of Tiveriopol, a 4th-century martyr, and Patriarch Ustin II of Constantinople, who lived in the 6th century.

During the Middle Ages, the name Ustin gained popularity in Russia, where it was often associated with the Orthodox Christian faith. One of the most famous bearers of this name was Ustin Fyodorovich Karmanov (1649-1719), a Russian merchant and philanthropist who founded several churches and monasteries in Moscow.

In the 18th and 19th centuries, the name Ustin continued to be used in Russia, with several notable individuals bearing the name. These include Ustin Trediakovsky (1703-1768), a Russian poet and linguist who played a significant role in the development of the Russian literary language, and Ustin Sipyagin (1828-1890), a Russian general and governor-general of St. Petersburg.

Beyond Russia, the name Ustin has also been used in other Slavic countries, such as Serbia and Bulgaria. One notable Serbian figure with this name was Ustin Jacobi (1863-1936), a mathematician and engineer who made significant contributions to the field of calculus of variations.

Throughout history, the name Ustin has been associated with values such as justice, righteousness, and integrity, reflecting its Latin roots. While it may not be as common today as it once was, the name continues to hold significance in certain cultural and religious contexts, particularly within the Orthodox Christian tradition.

Data source

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