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Justiss

JUS-tis · of uncertain origin; likely a modern variant of Justice, meaning 'fairness' or 'righteousness'

Peak popularity
2011
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Justiss since 1994

Babies named Justiss per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4812200020102020Most births 2010GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1990s3813
2000s675
2010s420
2020s00

Meaning & origin

Justiss is a modern American name, a rare spelling variant of the virtue name Justice. First recorded in 1994, it saw its peak year in 2011, though it has never ranked among the top 1000 names, reflecting its very low frequency. The name has remained stable in usage since its introduction, with an estimated 1-in-N rate that is too high to calculate due to rarity. It has not appeared in any state's top name lists. As a contemporary coinage, Justiss carries the aspirational quality of the original virtue name while offering a distinctive spelling. Its use aligns with the trend of virtue names and modern, individualized spellings in American naming.

Justiss is a modern spelling variant of the virtue name Justice, which derives from the Latin 'iustitia' meaning 'righteousness, equity'. The name Justice has been used as a given name in the United States since the late 20th century, inspired by the virtue and its association with the legal system. Justiss appears as a rare alternate spelling, first recorded in 1994.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Jussy, Tiss, Jus

Variants: Justice

Sibling names for Justiss

Names that share Justiss's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Justiss mean?
Justiss is a modern variant of Justice, meaning 'fairness' or 'righteousness'. Its exact origin is uncertain, but it is likely derived from the virtue name.
How popular is the name Justiss right now?
Justiss is extremely rare. According to Social Security data, it has never ranked in the top 1000 names. Its peak year was 2011, and it has remained stable since first recorded in 1994.
Is Justiss a boy or girl name?
Justiss is typically used for girls, though it could be considered unisex. The data shows it is most often given to females.