Justino
Justino is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Just, fair, or righteous.
Origin and history
Justino is a given name of Latin origin, derived from Justinus, which stems from Justus meaning 'just' or 'fair'. It serves as the Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian form of Justin. In the United States, it remains a uncommon but steady choice, particularly among families with Hispanic heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,148 babies in the United States have been named Justino since 1880. It ranks #3546 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1876.
States where it is most popular
- CA (61.7 %)
- TX (22.9 %)
- NY (5.5 %)
- AZ (2.5 %)
- FL (2.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 43 |
| 1930-1940 | 47 |
| 1940-1950 | 46 |
| 1950-1960 | 93 |
| 1960-1970 | 81 |
| 1970-1980 | 112 |
| 1980-1990 | 174 |
| 1990-2000 | 204 |
| 2000-2010 | 196 |
| 2010-2019 | 101 |
| 2020-2029 | 51 |
Famous people named Justino
- Justino Díaz: Opera singer, Musician
Nicknames
Tino
Fun facts
- Justino derives directly from the Roman surname Justinus, which originated from the Latin word 'justus'.
- The name is used with identical spelling in Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian.