Declining since 1988, #3,712 for girls today.
Popularity of Justine since 1881
Babies named Justine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 55 | 0 |
| 1890s | 155 | 0 |
| 1900s | 273 | 0 |
| 1910s | 1,084 | 0 |
| 1920s | 1,758 | 35 |
| 1930s | 1,232 | 11 |
| 1940s | 1,330 | 6 |
| 1950s | 1,375 | 0 |
| 1960s | 3,003 | 24 |
| 1970s | 2,745 | 246 |
| 1980s | 9,078 | 1,036 |
| 1990s | 10,908 | 690 |
| 2000s | 3,783 | 287 |
| 2010s | 1,166 | 72 |
| 2020s | 263 | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Justine, the feminine form of Justin, has a straightforward meaning of 'just' or 'fair,' rooted in Latin. Its popularity peaked in 1987, reflecting a broader trend for feminine forms of masculine names during that era. Since 1988, usage has been declining, dropping to a rank of 3,712 in 2025, with approximately 1 in 40,182 newborn girls receiving the name. The name has been recorded in U.S. data since at least 1881, indicating long-standing but modest use. Top states for Justine include Texas and California, suggesting some regional preference. While not among the most common names, Justine maintains a classic, straightforward appeal without being overused.
Justine is the feminine form of Justin, derived from the Latin name Iustinus, itself a derivative of Iustus meaning 'just' or 'fair'. The name was borne by several early Christian saints, including a 4th-century martyr, and saw use in various forms across Europe. In English-speaking countries, it gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1980s.
Where Justine is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Justine” around the world
Where Justine lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
150
babies in 2024
Quebec
50
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jus, Tina, Justy
Sibling names for Justine
Names that share Justine's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Justine
Names whose popularity has moved with Justine's over the last 50 years.
