"fair, righteous"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Justice
Pronunciation: [ j-UHST-uhs ]
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"equity, lawfulness"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Justice
Justice derives from the Latin iustitia, meaning righteousness, equity, and fair judgment. In Roman mythology, Justitia was the goddess of justice, depicted holding scales and a sword — symbols still used in courthouses today. As a given name, Justice became popular in America in the late 20th century, part of a broader trend of virtue names given to girls.
Justice entered the US top 500 for girls in the late 1990s and gained traction in the 2000s alongside other virtue names like Liberty and Honor. It appeals to parents seeking a name with clear values and modern strength.
In American culture, Justice carries deep constitutional resonance — the pursuit of justice is foundational to American civic identity. As a name, it signals a hope that the child will uphold fairness and integrity throughout their life.
Historical Record
Justice first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 18,597 babies have been named Justice in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Justice is past its peak , currently ranked #1,164 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Roman goddess Justitia gave us both the name Justice and the English word justice itself
- Justice is one of the four cardinal virtues in classical philosophy alongside prudence, fortitude, and temperance
Justice in Other Languages
French
Justice
German
Justiz
Italian
Giustizia
Spanish
Justicia
Portuguese
Justiça
Popularity Over Time
#1,164
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1995
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Justice
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Justice Smith
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1995
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Justitia Fictional
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Roman goddess of justice, depicted with scales and sword, symbol of courts worldwide
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,164
- Total SSA Count
- 206
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Jus
Jussie
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Frequently Asked Questions About Justice
What does the name Justice mean?
"fair, righteous" (from Latin). "equity, lawfulness" (from Latin). Justice derives from the Latin iustitia, meaning righteousness, equity, and fair judgment. In Roman mythology, Justitia was the goddess of justice, depicted holding scales and a sword — symbols still used in courthouses today. As a given name, Justice became popular in America in the late 20th century, part of a broader trend of virtue names given to girls.
What is the origin of the name Justice?
Justice has Latin, English, and American origins. In Latin, it means "fair, righteous". In Latin, it means "equity, lawfulness".
Is Justice a boy or girl name?
Justice is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1164. As a boy name, it is ranked #1081. 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 #1164 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Justice?
Common nicknames for Justice include Jus and Jussie.
What are good middle names for Justice?
Popular middle name pairings include Justice Mae, Justice Lynn, Justice Rose, Justice Sky, Justice Raine, and Justice Pearl.
What are good sibling names for Justice?
Names that pair well with Justice as siblings include Liberty, Honor, True, Valor, Faith, and Sage.
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 #1164 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Justice
Justice is a girl name with English and American origins . The name means "fair, righteous" in Latin .
Is Justice a boy or girl name? Justice is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,164 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,081. Justice is more commonly used as a boy name.
Justice is currently ranked #1,164 in popularity for girl 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 Jussie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Justice include Justine, Justina, Justyce . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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