Justice Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJUH-stiss / /ˈdʒʌstɪs/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: righteousness; English: lawfulness
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Justice has roots in Latin, where it is derived from 'justitia,' meaning righteousness or fairness. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the 20th century. The concept of justice has significant cultural and philosophical implications, often associated with law and morality. The name reflects ideals of fairness and equity.
Trend Summary
Justice has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a given name in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Justis
International Variants
- Giustizia (Italian)
- Juste (French)
Famous people named Justice
Justice Sotomayor is an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, known for her impactful rulings and advocacy for social justice.
Justice Thomas is an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, recognized for his conservative judicial philosophy.
Fictional characters named Justice
Justice is a character in the video game series 'Street Fighter,' known for his role as a fighter.
Justice is a character in the comic book series 'The Authority,' representing themes of law and order.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Justice was first seen in the United States in 1880. Justice has ranked as high as #620 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, North Carolina, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Justice has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Justice (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 24 | |
| CA | 21 | |
| TX | 19 | |
| FL | 16 | |
| NC | 13 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| MO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 28 |
| 1975 | 28 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 31 |
| 1978 | 26 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 30 |
| 1981 | 39 |
| 1982 | 46 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 27 |
| 1985 | 32 |
| 1986 | 34 |
| 1987 | 39 |
| 1988 | 38 |
| 1989 | 45 |
| 1990 | 67 |
| 1991 | 103 |
| 1992 | 164 |
| 1993 | 268 |
| 1994 | 469 |
| 1995 | 600 |
| 1996 | 827 |
| 1997 | 802 |
| 1998 | 785 |
| 1999 | 664 |
| 2000 | 656 |
| 2001 | 717 |
| 2002 | 832 |
| 2003 | 666 |
| 2004 | 650 |
| 2005 | 599 |
| 2006 | 723 |
| 2007 | 742 |
| 2008 | 680 |
| 2009 | 665 |
| 2010 | 587 |
| 2011 | 506 |
| 2012 | 512 |
| 2013 | 592 |
| 2014 | 529 |
| 2015 | 554 |
| 2016 | 611 |
| 2017 | 487 |
| 2018 | 495 |
| 2019 | 460 |
| 2020 | 398 |
| 2021 | 440 |
| 2022 | 328 |
| 2023 | 258 |
| 2024 | 201 |