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Samson vs Dustin

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

Samson Rank #523
Dustin Rank #686

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samson or Dustin more popular?

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

What do Samson and Dustin mean?

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

Are Samson and Dustin boy or girl names?

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

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