Rustin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRUS-tin / /ˈrʌstɪn/English; Old French
Meaning
English: Rust-colored; Old French: From the red earth
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rustin is derived from the Old French word 'rust,' meaning 'rust' or 'reddish-brown.' It has been used as a surname and has gained popularity as a given name in recent years. The name may evoke associations with nature and earthy tones.
Trend Summary
Rustin has seen a modest increase in popularity as a baby name in the United States.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Rustin
International Variants
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Famous people named Rustin
Rustin Cohle is a fictional character from the television series 'True Detective,' portrayed by Matthew McConaughey.
Fictional characters named Rustin
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rustin was first seen in the United States in 1949. Rustin has ranked as high as #1039 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Utah, Louisiana, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Rustin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rustin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 40 |
| 1960 | 29 |
| 1961 | 17 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 17 |
| 1968 | 25 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 38 |
| 1971 | 36 |
| 1972 | 38 |
| 1973 | 38 |
| 1974 | 63 |
| 1975 | 59 |
| 1976 | 60 |
| 1977 | 56 |
| 1978 | 66 |
| 1979 | 87 |
| 1980 | 85 |
| 1981 | 72 |
| 1982 | 77 |
| 1983 | 71 |
| 1984 | 60 |
| 1985 | 53 |
| 1986 | 63 |
| 1987 | 60 |
| 1988 | 61 |
| 1989 | 53 |
| 1990 | 61 |
| 1991 | 49 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 35 |
| 1994 | 35 |
| 1995 | 43 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 34 |
| 2007 | 32 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 40 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 45 |
| 2014 | 48 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 47 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2018 | 55 |
| 2019 | 52 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 50 |
| 2023 | 44 |
| 2024 | 56 |