Find out how popular the last name Justiss is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Justiss.

Justiss, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Justiss surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Justiss in America

Justiss is the 48436th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Justiss surname appeared 436 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Justiss.

We can also compare 2010 data for Justiss to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Justiss

The surname JUSTISS has its origins in medieval England, with roots tracing back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "juste," meaning "just" or "upright." This could suggest that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals who were known for their integrity and sense of justice.

During the Middle Ages, surnames were often adopted as a way of distinguishing individuals within a community. JUSTISS may have been an occupational surname, referring to someone who held a position of authority, such as a magistrate or judge. Alternatively, it could have been a descriptive surname, given to someone renowned for their fair and equitable treatment of others.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname JUSTISS can be found in the Hundred Rolls of 1273, a census-like survey conducted in England during the reign of King Edward I. This document mentions a "Willelmus Justus" (William the Just) residing in Oxfordshire.

In the 14th century, the name appeared in various forms, including "Justyce," "Justis," and "Justyce." These variations likely stemmed from regional dialects and the evolving nature of spelling conventions during that era.

Notable individuals with the surname JUSTISS throughout history include:

1. Sir Thomas Justiss (c. 1480-1536), an English lawyer and judge who served as a Justice of the Court of Common Pleas during the reign of King Henry VIII.

2. Robert Justiss (1598-1668), a prominent English merchant and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the city of London, including endowing a free school for underprivileged children.

3. Elizabeth Justiss (1642-1718), an English Quaker who faced persecution for her religious beliefs but remained steadfast in her convictions, ultimately becoming a respected leader within the Quaker community.

4. John Justiss (1715-1782), a Scottish architect renowned for his work on various prestigious buildings, including the Edinburgh Tolbooth and the Royal Exchange in Glasgow.

5. Mary Justiss (1789-1865), an English writer and abolitionist who used her literary talents to advocate for the abolition of slavery and promote social reform.

While the surname JUSTISS may not be as prevalent today as it was in centuries past, its enduring legacy serves as a testament to the values of fairness, righteousness, and a commitment to justice that it once embodied.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Justiss

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Justiss.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Justiss was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Justiss has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Justiss was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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