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Dustin vs Flynn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dustin

Boy #686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Thor's stone"

Origin: Old Norse Þórsteinn

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#686
Total SSA Count
394
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Flynn

Boy #738 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the red-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#738
Total SSA Count
351
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dustin Rank #686
Flynn Rank #738

Dustin is more popular, ranked #686 vs #738 for Flynn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dustin or Flynn more popular?

Dustin is more popular, ranked #686 compared to Flynn at #738 in the United States.

What do Dustin and Flynn mean?

Dustin means "Thor's stone" (Old Norse Þórsteinn origin). Flynn means "son of the red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Dustin and Flynn boy or girl names?

Dustin is primarily a boy name. Flynn is primarily a boy name.

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