Dustin
Dustin is a boys' name of English origin meaning “brave warrior, Thor's stone.” It ranked #728 in the United States in 2025. Dustin derives from the Old Norse 'Thorstein' (Thor's stone) via the Old English surname Dustin.
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how do you pronounce Dustin?
DUS-tin
more about Dustin
The name exploded in popularity after Dustin Hoffman's breakthrough in The Graduate (1967). While it peaked in the 1980s, it retains a friendly, approachable character that many parents still find appealing.
how popular is this name?
Dustin has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 58 years since 1968. It peaked at #41 in 1984, and ranked #728 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #728 |
| 2024 | #687 |
| 2023 | #695 |
| 2022 | #629 |
| 2021 | #622 |
| 2020 | #653 |
| 2019 | #567 |
| 2018 | #522 |
| 2017 | #529 |
| 2016 | #531 |
| 2010 | #353 |
| 2000 | #148 |
| 1990 | #50 |
| 1984 | #41 |
| 1980 | #44 |
| 1970 | #202 |
| 1968 | #369 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Dustin fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Dustin?
- Dustin Hoffman (American actor, The Graduate, Rain Man)
- Dustin Johnson (American professional golfer)
what are the nicknames and variants of Dustin?
Nicknames
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Dustin?
what names go well with Dustin?
Sibling names that share Dustin's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Dustin
What does the name Dustin mean?
Dustin means “brave warrior, Thor's stone”.
What is the origin of the name Dustin?
Dustin comes from the English naming tradition. Related forms include Dustyn.
How popular is the name Dustin?
Dustin ranked #728 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1984, at #41, and it has spent 58 years in the top 1,000 since 1968.
Is Dustin a boy or girl name?
Dustin is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Dustin?
Dustin is pronounced DUS-tin, with 2 syllables.
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