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Justus vs Mayer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mayer

Boy #1,834 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"overseer, tenant farmer"

Origin: German (Middle High German)

Cultural Roots

Jewish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,834
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Justus Rank #1,814
Mayer Rank #1,834

Justus is more popular, ranked #1814 vs #1834 for Mayer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Justus or Mayer more popular?

Justus is more popular, ranked #1814 compared to Mayer at #1834 in the United States.

What do Justus and Mayer mean?

Justus means "just, righteous, upright" (Latin origin). Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin).

Are Justus and Mayer boy or girl names?

Justus is primarily a boy name. Mayer is primarily a boy name.

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