Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Justan since 1972
Babies named Justan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 55 |
| 1980s | 203 |
| 1990s | 160 |
| 2000s | 104 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Justan is a modern English variant of Justin, a name with Latin roots meaning 'just' or 'righteous'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1972 and saw its peak popularity in 1989, reflecting the trend of creative spellings in that era. After a period of decline, the name has shown signs of a slight resurgence since 2022, though it remains uncommon. With no top-state concentration, Justan reflects a broader American naming pattern of adapting classic names into fresh forms.
Justan is a modern English variant of Justin, which derives from the Latin name Iustinus, a derivative of Iustus meaning 'just' or 'righteous'. It emerged as a creative respelling in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, following the popularity of similar names like Justin and Dustin. The name has been used consistently since the 1970s, with a peak in 1989.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Justan
Names that share Justan's style, for a brother or sister.
