Justen Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JUS-ten /ˈdʒʌstən/
Origin: Latin; English
Meaning: Latin: Just; English: Just
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Justen is derived from the Latin name "Justinus," which is a diminutive form of "Justus," meaning "just" or "fair." The Latin "Justus" itself has roots in the earlier Proto-Indo-European word "yeu-" which conveys the notion of being upright or righteous. The transition of the name into English occurred through various linguistic stages, including Old French, where it appeared as "Justin," before being adopted into Middle English as "Justen" or similar variants.
Historically, the name has been borne by several notable figures, including Saint Justin Martyr, a second-century Christian apologist who was martyred for his faith around 165 AD. His works contributed significantly to early Christian literature and theology, making the name Justus and its derivatives prominent in Christian contexts.
The name gained further recognition through its association with various saints and martyrs throughout the centuries, particularly during the Middle Ages when names derived from Latin were commonly used in Christian Europe. Culturally, the name Justen and its variants have been associated with notions of justice, fairness, and moral integrity, reflecting the values of the societies that adopted them.
The name has also appeared in various forms of literature and art, often symbolizing virtuous characters or themes of righteousness. The diminutive form "Justin" has been particularly prevalent, but Justen retains its own distinct identity, often reflecting a blend of tradition and modernity in its usage.
Famous people named Justen
In this section, you will find notable people named Justen. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Justen who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Justen Glad is a professional soccer player best known for playing with Real Salt Lake and the United States U-20 team.
Justen Hines is a professional athlete best known for competing in the sport of wheelchair racing.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Justen was first seen in the United States in 1966.
Justen has ranked as high as #1646 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Michigan, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Justen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Justen is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Justen was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Justen.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2024 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2023 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2020 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 2019 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 2018 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2017 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 2016 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2015 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2014 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 2013 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 2012 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 2011 | 42 | 42 | 0 |
| 2010 | 51 | 51 | 0 |
| 2009 | 45 | 45 | 0 |
| 2008 | 67 | 67 | 0 |
| 2007 | 55 | 55 | 0 |
| 2006 | 60 | 60 | 0 |
| 2005 | 56 | 56 | 0 |
| 2004 | 71 | 71 | 0 |
| 2003 | 56 | 56 | 0 |
| 2002 | 86 | 86 | 0 |
| 2001 | 83 | 83 | 0 |
| 2000 | 100 | 100 | 0 |
| 1999 | 109 | 109 | 0 |
| 1998 | 131 | 131 | 0 |
| 1997 | 117 | 117 | 0 |
| 1996 | 135 | 135 | 0 |
| 1995 | 147 | 147 | 0 |
| 1994 | 137 | 137 | 0 |
| 1993 | 119 | 119 | 0 |
| 1992 | 132 | 132 | 0 |
| 1991 | 159 | 159 | 0 |
| 1990 | 197 | 197 | 0 |
| 1989 | 160 | 160 | 0 |
| 1988 | 179 | 179 | 0 |
| 1987 | 144 | 144 | 0 |
| 1986 | 108 | 103 | 5 |
| 1985 | 113 | 113 | 0 |
| 1984 | 110 | 110 | 0 |
| 1983 | 141 | 141 | 0 |
| 1982 | 125 | 125 | 0 |
| 1981 | 100 | 100 | 0 |
| 1980 | 103 | 103 | 0 |
| 1979 | 82 | 82 | 0 |
| 1978 | 61 | 61 | 0 |
| 1977 | 52 | 52 | 0 |
| 1976 | 53 | 53 | 0 |
| 1975 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| 1974 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1973 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| 1972 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1971 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1970 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1969 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1968 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1966 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
Top States for Justen (2012)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |