Declining since 1991, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Justino since 1920
Babies named Justino per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1990, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Justino's real moment was 2001.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 43 |
| 1930s | 47 |
| 1940s | 46 |
| 1950s | 93 |
| 1960s | 81 |
| 1970s | 112 |
| 1980s | 174 |
| 1990s | 204 |
| 2000s | 196 |
| 2010s | 101 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Justino is a rare but historically rooted masculine name, the Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian form of Justin. Its peak usage in the United States occurred in 2001, though even then it was never common. As of 2025, it ranks 9714, with an estimated 1 in 244011 babies receiving the name, reflecting its steady decline since the 1990s. Despite its scarcity, Justino has maintained a consistent presence since first appearing in U.S. records in 1920. The name carries the strong, virtuous meaning of 'just' or 'upright,' derived from the Roman family name Iustinus. While not widely used, it remains a recognizable classic within Hispanic and Italian communities, offering a distinctive alternative to the more common Justin or Justus. Its decline in recent decades mirrors a broader shift away from traditional saint names, though it retains a dignified, timeless quality.
Justino is the Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian form of the Latin name Iustinus, a derivative of Iustus meaning 'just' or 'upright.' The name has been used in the Iberian Peninsula since the Roman era and was borne by several early Christian saints, including Saint Justin Martyr. In modern times, it has remained a classic choice in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tino, Justo
Variants: Giustino, Justinus
Sibling names for Justino
Names that share Justino's style, for a brother or sister.
