NAME PROFILE
Dustin
Dustin is a name of English origin meaning 'brave warrior' or 'valiant fighter.' It conveys a sense of strength and determination, often associated with a charismatic personality that draws others in.
Key Stats
| Total births | 209,721 |
| Gender | Male (98% / 2%) |
| Peak year | 1985 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1945 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 24%TX — 21%OH — 19%IN — 18%OK — 18%
Notable People
Dustin Hoffman (Actor, *The Graduate*) · Dustin Johnson (Professional Golfer) · Dustin Pedroia (Former MLB Player) · Dustin Martin (AFL Player) · Dustin Moskovitz (Co-founder of Facebook)
Nicknames & Diminutives
Dusty
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