Dustin

At a Glance

Meaning

Probably 'Thor's stone' (from Thorstein)

Origin

English (from Old Norse Þorsteinn, 'Thor's stone', via a Norman surname)

Gender

Boy

Pronunciation

DUS-tinListen

Dustin (pronounced DUS-tin) traces back to Old Norse Thorsteinn — 'Thor's stone' — carried into English through a Norman surname. You'll sometimes see it explained as 'brave warrior' or tied to 'dusty' imagery, but that's not accurate; the name's root points to Thorstein, not the English word 'dusty.' It's a timeless, classic boy's name.

Meaning & Origin of Dustin

Meaning: Probably 'Thor's stone' (from Thorstein).

Origin: English (from Old Norse Þorsteinn, 'Thor's stone', via a Norman surname).

A common claim: Often folk-derived as 'brave warrior' or linked to 'dusty'/'stone' imagery Actually: There's no dusty-area or 'warrior' root; the name most likely descends from Thorstein ('Thor's stone'), not the English word 'dusty.'

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Dustin

Popularity of Dustin

Dustin peaked at #41 in 1984, when 10,403 boys were given the name, but by 2024 it had fallen to #685 with just 394 babies — a steep drop across the SSA's 1916-2024 records.

Names Like Dustin

These names share Dustin’s style, era or origin.

• Bjarne
• Einar
• Nils
• Aksel
• Anders
• Balder

FAQ

What does the name Dustin mean?

Probably ‘Thor’s stone’ (from Thorstein). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Dustin?

Dustin is pronounced DUS-tin (IPA: /ˈdʌstɪn/).

Is Dustin a popular name right now?

Dustin peaked at #41 in 1984 and is ranked #685 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1916–2024.)

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