"just, righteous, upright"
Origin: Latin
Language: French
Justine
Pronunciation: [ j-uhst-EEN ]
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A French classic meaning justice and righteousness
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"fair, equitable"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
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- Associated with the Marquis de Sade's 1791 novel of the same name depicting violence — unlikely to be recognized by most modern parents but worth noting for literary-minded audiences
The Story of Justine
Justine is the French feminine form of Justin, derived from the Latin 'Justinus' — itself from 'justus' meaning 'just, righteous, upright.' The name connects to the ancient Roman concept of justice (iustitia), one of the four cardinal virtues. It has been borne by several early Christian martyrs, including Saint Justine of Padua, which spread the name throughout Catholic Europe.
Justine was particularly popular in France and French-speaking countries through the 1970s-1990s. In English-speaking countries it gained traction in the same period. Belgian tennis star Justine Henin helped keep the name in public consciousness through her dominance in the 2000s.
The name carries strong Francophone cultural identity. The name connects to deep philosophical concepts of justice in Western thought, and Saint Justine of Padua has been venerated since the early Christian era.
Historical Record
Justine first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 32,281 babies have been named Justine in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Justine is past its peak , currently ranked #3,526 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saint Justine of Padua is venerated on October 7th in the Catholic calendar
- Justine Henin of Belgium won 7 Grand Slam titles and an Olympic gold medal
- The name Justine has been common in France since at least the Middle Ages
Justine in Other Languages
French
Justine
German
Justine
Polish
Justyna
Italian
Giustina
Spanish
Justina
Popularity Over Time
#3,526
Current Rank
Peaked 1987
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Justine
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Justine Henin
Athlete
1982
Belgian tennis player, 7-time Grand Slam champion and Olympic gold medalist
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Justine Bateman
Actor
1966
American actress known for Family Ties and her work as a digital media entrepreneur
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,526
- Total SSA Count
- 44
- Cultural Origins
- French English Belgian Polish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Jus
Tina
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Frequently Asked Questions About Justine
What does the name Justine mean?
"just, righteous, upright" (from Latin). "fair, equitable" (from Latin). Justine is the French feminine form of Justin, derived from the Latin 'Justinus' — itself from 'justus' meaning 'just, righteous, upright.' The name connects to the ancient Roman concept of justice (iustitia), one of the four cardinal virtues. It has been borne by several early Christian martyrs, including Saint Justine of Padua, which spread the name throughout Catholic Europe.
What is the origin of the name Justine?
Justine has Latin, French, English, Belgian, and Polish origins. In Latin, it means "just, righteous, upright". In Latin, it means "fair, equitable".
Is Justine a boy or girl name?
Justine is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3526. As a boy name, it is ranked #38716. Justine is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Justine?
Justine is pronounced j-uhst-EEN.
How popular is the name Justine?
Justine is currently ranked #3526 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Justine?
Common nicknames for Justine include Jus and Tina.
What are good middle names for Justine?
Popular middle name pairings include Justine Marie, Justine Claire, Justine Anne, Justine Louise, Justine Nicole, Justine Renee, and Justine Elise.
What are good sibling names for Justine?
Names that pair well with Justine as siblings include Cecile, Valerie, Dominique, Laurent, Pascal, Brigitte, and Isabelle.
How many syllables does Justine have?
Justine has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Justine a common or rare name?
Justine is an uncommon name, ranked #3526 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Justine
Justine is a girl name with French, English, Belgian, and Polish origins . The name means "just, righteous, upright" in Latin .
Is Justine a boy or girl name? Justine is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,526 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #38,716. Justine is more commonly used as a girl name.
Justine is currently ranked #3,526 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Justine has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-uhst-EEN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Justine include Jus and Tina. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Justine include Justice, Justina, Justyce . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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