Justin
Origin of the name Justin:
From the Latin Justīnus, which is derived from justus (lawful, right, just).
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My husband's name is Justin Wade Gattignolo; he was born in 1987. My name is Meghan Elizabeth. I think our names go well together! Our daughter's name is Emica Justine.
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Of Latin origin; means 'righteous'.
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Justin Timberlake - singer
Justin Guarini - singer; runner-up to Kelly Clarkson in the first season of 'American Idol'.
St. Justin - Catholic martyr and first Christian apologist (someone who explained and defended the faith to pagans in a logical, scientific way). Martyred by the Romans for being a Christian and refusing to renounce his faith. His feast day is June 1st.- Justin in song, story & screen: | Edit
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Global Popularity of the Name Justin
- #16 in Canada (Quebec)
- #29 in Germany
- #33 in Canada (British Columbia)
- #36 in Canada (Ontario)
- #45 in United States
- #67 in Canada (Alberta)
- #95 in Australia (New South Wales)
- #176 in Scotland
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