Declining since 1985.
Popularity of Duston since 1951
Babies named Duston per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 25 |
| 1970s | 250 |
| 1980s | 494 |
| 1990s | 277 |
| 2000s | 92 |
| 2010s | 21 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Duston is a rare given name that emerged as a variant of the more familiar Dustin. First recorded in 1951, it saw its peak popularity in 1986, though it never broke into the top 1000 names nationally. Since 1985, its use has been steadily declining, reflecting a broader shift away from similar-sounding names of that era. The name's trajectory shows a fall from its modest 1980s peak, and it currently remains uncommon. Its meaning, rooted in Old Norse mythology, connects it to the thunder god Thor.
Duston is a variant of the name Dustin, which originated as an English surname. Dustin itself derives from the Old Norse name Þórstæinn, meaning 'Thor's stone'. The name transitioned to a given name in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. Duston saw modest use beginning in the mid-20th century, peaking in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dusty
Sibling names for Duston
Names that share Duston's style, for a brother or sister.
