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Dustin vs Samson

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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Popularity Comparison

Dustin Rank #686
Samson Rank #523

Samson is more popular, ranked #523 vs #686 for Dustin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dustin or Samson more popular?

Samson is more popular, ranked #523 compared to Dustin at #686 in the United States.

What do Dustin and Samson mean?

Dustin means "Thor's stone" (Old Norse Þórsteinn origin). Samson means "sun, like the sun" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dustin and Samson boy or girl names?

Dustin is primarily a boy name. Samson is primarily a boy name.

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