Dustin Fox

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dustin Fox — Thor's stone
155K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dustin Fox 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 Fox: Fox is a surname originating in England and Ireland. Variants include Foxe and Foxx. English origin The Fox surname in England comes from the Middle English identical word for 'fox', and was given to those who looked like or had the qualities of the animal such as being cunning or having red hair. It can also be a corruption of the Norman name 'Folko' or 'Foulques', and given to those who were the son or descendant of someone with that name. Some Fox carriers in England could also be of Irish ancestry. Fox is the 1,595th most common surname in the world. 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: Fox

Irish

Fox is a surname originating in England and Ireland. Variants include Foxe and Foxx. English origin The Fox surname in England comes from the Middle English identical word for 'fox', and was given to those who looked like or had the qualities of the animal such as being cunning or having red hair. It can also be a corruption of the Norman name 'Folko' or 'Foulques', and given to those who were the son or descendant of someone with that name. Some Fox carriers in England could also be of Irish ancestry. Fox is the 1,595th most common surname in the world.

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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 Fox

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 Fox:

6
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Personality Number

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

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 Fox?
The surname Fox originates from Irish. Fox is a surname originating in England and Ireland. Variants include Foxe and Foxx. English origin The Fox surname in England comes from the Middle English identical word for 'fox', and was given to those who looked like or had the qualities of the animal such as being cunning or having red hair. It can also be a corruption of the Norman name 'Folko' or 'Foulques', and given to those who were the son or descendant of someone with that name. Some Fox carriers in England could also be of Irish ancestry. Fox is the 1,595th most common surname in the world.
What are the origins of the name Dustin Fox?
The name Dustin Fox combines two different traditions: the first name Dustin has Norse roots, while the surname Fox originates from Irish.
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