"just, righteous, equitable"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Justice
Pronunciation: [ j-UHST-uhs ]
Boy Name
#1,081 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
Named for the most ancient ideal — fair and true
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Meaning & Origin
"fair administration of law"
Origin: Old French
Language: English
Things to Know About This Name
- Strongly associated with the concept of social justice movements — political families may find this resonant; conservative families may feel it's politicized
The Story of Justice
Justice derives from the Latin 'justitia,' meaning righteousness, equity, and the fair administration of law. It entered English as both a common noun and a given name. As a name, it has roots in the Puritan tradition of virtue names — alongside Prudence, Hope, and Faith — where abstract moral concepts were given as names to inspire righteous character in children.
Justice has steadily grown as a given name, particularly in the American South and Midwest. It appeals to parents who want a name with moral weight — similar to the growing popularity of names like Honor, True, and Valor. It's gender-neutral in modern usage, appearing for both boys and girls.
Justice as a concept is central to most legal, religious, and political traditions. In American culture, Lady Justice (Justitia) — the blindfolded figure with scales — is one of the most recognized symbols. Naming a child Justice is a declaration of values and hopes for both the child and the world.
Fun Facts
- Justice is one of the four Cardinal Virtues in classical philosophy, alongside Prudence, Fortitude, and Temperance
- Lady Justice or Justitia has been a symbol of law since ancient Rome
- Justice is used as both a given name and a surname — Supreme Court Justice names like Justice Sotomayor create interesting double meaning
Justice in Other Languages
Latin
Justitia
French
Justice
German
Gerechtigkeit
Italian
Giustizia
Spanish
Justicia
Famous People Named Justice
J
Justice Smith
Actor
1995
American actor known for Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Detective Pikachu, and All the Bright Places
J
Justin Bieber (Justice album)
Musician
1994
Canadian singer whose 2021 album 'Justice' brought this word to pop culture prominence
L
Lady Justice (Justitia) Fictional
Other
The allegorical personification of justice in Roman mythology, depicted blindfolded with scales and a sword
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,081
- Total SSA Count
- 201
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Jus
Just
Pairs Well With
Justice Lee
Justice James
Justice Cole
Justice Grey
Justice Reed
Justice Blue
Justice Dean
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Justice is also used as a girl name, ranked #1164.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Justice
What does the name Justice mean?
"just, righteous, equitable" (from Latin). "fair administration of law" (from Old French). Justice derives from the Latin 'justitia,' meaning righteousness, equity, and the fair administration of law. It entered English as both a common noun and a given name. As a name, it has roots in the Puritan tradition of virtue names — alongside Prudence, Hope, and Faith — where abstract moral concepts were given as names to inspire righteous character in children.
What is the origin of the name Justice?
Justice has Latin, Old French, English, and American origins. In Latin, it means "just, righteous, equitable". In Old French, it means "fair administration of law".
Is Justice a boy or girl name?
Justice is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1081. As a girl name, it is ranked #1164. Justice is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Justice?
Justice is pronounced j-UHST-uhs.
How popular is the name Justice?
Justice is currently ranked #1081 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Justice?
Common nicknames for Justice include Jus and Just.
What are good middle names for Justice?
Popular middle name pairings include Justice Lee, Justice James, Justice Cole, Justice Grey, Justice Reed, Justice Blue, and Justice Dean.
What are good sibling names for Justice?
Names that pair well with Justice as siblings include Liberty, Honor, True, Valor, Brave, Hope, and Faith.
How many syllables does Justice have?
Justice has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Justice a common or rare name?
Justice is an uncommon name, ranked #1081 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Justice
Justice is a boy name with English and American origins . The name means "just, righteous, equitable" in Latin .
Is Justice a boy or girl name? Justice is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,081 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,164. Justice is more commonly used as a boy name.
Justice is currently ranked #1,081 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Justice has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-UHST-uhs, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Justice include Jus and Just. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Justice include Justin, Justus, Justyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.