Dustin Edmiston

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dustin Edmiston — Thor's stone
155K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dustin Edmiston is a name that combines Norse origins. The first name Dustin is a masculine given name of Norse origin. Dustin is a surname and masculine given name. Dustin originates from an English surname, which is derived from the Norman personal name Tustin, variant form of Turstin, Torstein, which is in turn derived from the Old Norse Þorsteinn (Torsten). This Old Norse name is composed of elements meaning Þor (the god Thor) and steinn "stone". Given name Surname Bill Dustin (1909–2001), New Zealand cricketer Frederic H. The surname Edmiston: Althea Brown Edmiston (1874–1937), African-American teacher and missionary Andrew Edmiston Jr. (1892–1966), American politician Jeremy Edmiston (born 1964), Australian American architect Leona Edmiston, Australian fashion designer Liz Edmiston (1945–2008), British actress Paul L. Edmiston, chemistry professor Robert Edmiston (born 1946), British motor trade entrepreneur and philanthropist Sarah Edmiston (born 1975), Australian Paralympic athlete Walker Edmiston (1925–2007), American actor William S. Edmiston (1857–1903), Canadian politician Dustin is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 155K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Dustin reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Dustin

Meaning: Thor's stone

Norse

Dustin is a surname and masculine given name. Dustin originates from an English surname, which is derived from the Norman personal name Tustin, variant form of Turstin, Torstein, which is in turn derived from the Old Norse Þorsteinn (Torsten). This Old Norse name is composed of elements meaning Þor (the god Thor) and steinn "stone". Given name Surname Bill Dustin (1909–2001), New Zealand cricketer Frederic H.

Surname: Edmiston

English

Althea Brown Edmiston (1874–1937), African-American teacher and missionary Andrew Edmiston Jr. (1892–1966), American politician Jeremy Edmiston (born 1964), Australian American architect Leona Edmiston, Australian fashion designer Liz Edmiston (1945–2008), British actress Paul L. Edmiston, chemistry professor Robert Edmiston (born 1946), British motor trade entrepreneur and philanthropist Sarah Edmiston (born 1975), Australian Paralympic athlete Walker Edmiston (1925–2007), American actor William S. Edmiston (1857–1903), Canadian politician

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Dustin is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Dustin by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Dustin Edmiston

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Dustin Edmiston:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Dustin?
The first name Dustin originates from Norse. Dustin is a surname and masculine given name. Dustin originates from an English surname, which is derived from the Norman personal name Tustin, variant form of Turstin, Torstein, which is in turn derived from the Old Norse Þorsteinn (Torsten). This Old Norse name is composed of elements meaning Þor (the god Thor) and steinn "stone". Given name Surname Bill Dustin (1909–2001), New Zealand cricketer Frederic H.
When was Dustin most popular?
The name Dustin reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Edmiston?
The surname Edmiston originates from English. Althea Brown Edmiston (1874–1937), African-American teacher and missionary Andrew Edmiston Jr. (1892–1966), American politician Jeremy Edmiston (born 1964), Australian American architect Leona Edmiston, Australian fashion designer Liz Edmiston (1945–2008), British actress Paul L. Edmiston, chemistry professor Robert Edmiston (born 1946), British motor trade entrepreneur and philanthropist Sarah Edmiston (born 1975), Australian Paralympic athlete Walker Edmiston (1925–2007), American actor William S. Edmiston (1857–1903), Canadian politician
What are the origins of the name Dustin Edmiston?
The name Dustin Edmiston combines two different traditions: the first name Dustin has Norse roots, while the surname Edmiston originates from English.
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