"Thor's stone, thunder stone"
Origin: Old Norse Þórsteinn
Language: English
Dustin
Pronunciation: [ d-UHST-ihn ]
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A Viking name meaning Thor's stone, crossing the gender line
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"brave warrior, strong as stone"
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The Story of Dustin
Dustin is an English form of the Old Norse name 'Þórsteinn' (Torsten) — combining 'Þór' (Thor, the Norse god of thunder) and 'steinn' (stone), meaning Thor's stone or thunder stone. The Norman Dustin arrived in England via Scandinavian influence and the Danelaw settlements in northern England. It was primarily a surname before becoming a given name in the 20th century. While traditionally male, Dustin has increasingly been used for girls, following the pattern of names like Logan, Avery, and Riley.
Dustin peaked in popularity for boys in the United States in the 1970s-80s, boosted by actor Dustin Hoffman. As a girl's name, Dustin reflects a contemporary trend toward traditionally male names being used for girls.
In the American West, the nickname Dusty has long evoked the frontier spirit — wide open spaces, horses, and independence. Both Dusty Springfield (born Mary O'Brien) and Dusty Hill of ZZ Top helped make the nickname feel both feminine and masculine.
Historical Record
Dustin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 1,380 babies have been named Dustin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dustin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,463 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Dustin Hoffman took his first name from the pioneering silent film actor Dustin Farnum, named after Dustin, New Hampshire
- Dusty Springfield (Mary O'Brien) became one of the most beloved British singers of the 1960s under her gender-ambiguous nickname
- The town of Dustin, Oklahoma was named after Civil War captain Dustin, keeping the name's American frontier spirit alive
Dustin in Other Languages
Danish
Torsten
German
Durstan
Swedish
Torsten
Norwegian
Torstein
Old Norse
Þórsteinn
Popularity Over Time
#35,463
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #35,463
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- English Scandinavian American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Dusty
Duss
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dustin
What does the name Dustin mean?
"Thor's stone, thunder stone" (from Old Norse Þórsteinn). "brave warrior, strong as stone" (from Norse). Dustin is an English form of the Old Norse name 'Þórsteinn' (Torsten) — combining 'Þór' (Thor, the Norse god of thunder) and 'steinn' (stone), meaning Thor's stone or thunder stone. The Norman Dustin arrived in England via Scandinavian influence and the Danelaw settlements in northern England. It was primarily a surname before becoming a given name in the 20th century. While traditionally male, Dustin has increasingly been used for girls, following the pattern of names like Logan, Avery, and Riley.
What is the origin of the name Dustin?
Dustin has Old Norse Þórsteinn, Norse, English, Scandinavian, and American origins. In Old Norse Þórsteinn, it means "Thor's stone, thunder stone". In Norse, it means "brave warrior, strong as stone".
Is Dustin a boy or girl name?
Dustin is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #35463. As a boy name, it is ranked #686. Dustin is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Dustin?
Dustin is pronounced d-UHST-ihn.
How popular is the name Dustin?
Dustin is currently ranked #35463 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Dustin?
Common nicknames for Dustin include Dusty and Duss.
What are good middle names for Dustin?
Popular middle name pairings include Dustin Lee, Dustin Marie, Dustin Jo, Dustin Rae, Dustin Blair, and Dustin Quinn.
What are good sibling names for Dustin?
Names that pair well with Dustin as siblings include Hunter, Chase, Brooke, Tyler, Logan, and Skyler.
How many syllables does Dustin have?
Dustin has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Dustin a common or rare name?
Dustin is an uncommon name, ranked #35463 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Dustin
Dustin is a girl name with English, Scandinavian, and American origins . The name means "Thor's stone, thunder stone" in Old Norse Þórsteinn .
Is Dustin a boy or girl name? Dustin is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #35,463 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #686. Dustin is more commonly used as a boy name.
Dustin is currently ranked #35,463 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Dustin has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-UHST-ihn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Dustin include Dusty and Duss. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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