Rustin
Rustin is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Rustic, rural, or red-haired.
Origin and history
Rustin originated as an English surname derived from a nickname meaning rustic or country dweller, or from the Old French personal name Rustin. Historically uncommon, it maintains a steady, moderate presence in the U.S. as a distinctive masculine name. Its usage expanded in the 20th century alongside other surname-based given names.
Popularity in the United States
2,903 babies in the United States have been named Rustin since 1880. It ranks #2399 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1619.
States where it is most popular
- TX (47.7 %)
- CA (22 %)
- UT (6.1 %)
- LA (4.4 %)
- MO (2.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 84 |
| 1960-1970 | 188 |
| 1970-1980 | 541 |
| 1980-1990 | 655 |
| 1990-2000 | 389 |
| 2000-2010 | 295 |
| 2010-2019 | 438 |
| 2020-2029 | 308 |
Famous people named Rustin
- Rustin Steiner: Artist
Nicknames
Russ, Rusty
Fun facts
- It transitioned from an English occupational or descriptive surname to a given name.
- Though famously a surname of civil rights leader Bayard Rustin, it has also developed as a distinct given name.