JUSTIN
Justin
Origin of the Name: The surname Justin is of English, French, and Latin origin. It derived from the medieval personal name "Justinus", which itself was derived from the Latin name "Justinus", meaning "just" or "upright".
History: The surname Justin has been present in England since the Norman Conquest of 1066. The name is believed to have been introduced by the Normans and has since been well recorded in English history.
Notable Bearers:
- Anthony Justin (1902–1980) – Renowned British mathematician known for his work in topology.
- Rachel de Justin (b. 1975) – British actress who has appeared in various theatre productions and films.
- Sir William Justin (1808–1876) – Notable British politician and diplomat who served in various government positions during the Victorian era.
Distribution: The surname Justin is fairly evenly distributed across the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions that have historical ties to Norman influence.
Variants: Variants of the surname Justin include Justine, Justins, and Juston.
Coat of Arms: The Coat of Arms associated with the surname Justin typically features heraldic elements such as a shield, heraldic animals, and symbols representing justice or righteousness.
Popularity: The surname Justin has maintained a moderate level of popularity in Britain over the centuries, and individuals bearing this name continue to contribute to various fields including academia, the arts, politics, and more.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland.
There are approximately 432 people named Justin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Justin.
Surname type: From given name or forename
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- David
- Ian
- Ivan
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Norman
- Paul
- Ryan
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Brenda
- Carol
- Ellen
- Heather
- Helen
- Jane
- Jill
- Joanne
- Julie
- Margaret
- Marina
- Mary
- Rosemary
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