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Justin vs John

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

John

Boy #21 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Yahweh is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
8,047
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Justin Rank #199
John Rank #21

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #199 for Justin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Justin or John more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Justin at #199 in the United States.

What do Justin and John mean?

Justin means "just, righteous" (Latin origin). John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Justin and John boy or girl names?

Justin is primarily a boy name. John is primarily a boy name.

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