Rustin
boy name#2258 in 2025Rustin entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #945 in 1979, ranks #2258 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1949–2025
#2258
rank today
#945
peak (1979)
62
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3690 |
| 1950s | #2909 |
| 1960s | #1925 |
| 1970s | #1189 |
| 1980s | #1194 |
| 1990s | #2207 |
| 2000s | #3330 |
| 2010s | #2836 |
| 2020s | #2583 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rustin has been most popular in TX, CA, WA.
Living bearers
About 2,700 people named Rustin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rustin alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rustin in 2025?
- Rustin ranks #2258 among US boy names in 2025, with 62 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rustin most popular?
- Rustin peaked in 1979, reaching #945 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rustin with classmates?
- Rustin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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