Justus
boy name#1942 in 2025Justus entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #571 in 1880, ranks #1942 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1942
rank today
#571
peak (1880)
79
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #755 |
| 1890s | #1042 |
| 1900s | #942 |
| 1910s | #1384 |
| 1920s | #1757 |
| 1930s | #2232 |
| 1940s | #2435 |
| 1950s | #3022 |
| 1960s | #2936 |
| 1970s | #2120 |
| 1980s | #1691 |
| 1990s | #983 |
| 2000s | #731 |
| 2010s | #889 |
| 2020s | #1449 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Justus has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 8,300 people named Justus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Justus alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Justus in 2025?
- Justus ranks #1942 among US boy names in 2025, with 79 babies given the name.
- When was the name Justus most popular?
- Justus peaked in 1880, reaching #571 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Justus with classmates?
- Justus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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