Dustin Slusher

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dustin Slusher — Thor's stone
155K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dustin Slusher 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 Slusher: Harold Slusher (born 1934), American physicist and young earth creationist Henry C. Slusher (1846-1923), private in the United States Army who was awarded the Medal of Honor Howard Slusher (1937-2022), American attorney and sports agent Jeron Slusher (1944-2016), Guatemalan footballer Juanita Slusher, more commonly known as Candy Barr Margaret F. Slusher (1879-1971), American businesswoman Mike Slusher (1948–2026), American basketball player Richart E. Slusher (born 1938), regents researcher and a principal research scientist 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: Slusher

English

Harold Slusher (born 1934), American physicist and young earth creationist Henry C. Slusher (1846-1923), private in the United States Army who was awarded the Medal of Honor Howard Slusher (1937-2022), American attorney and sports agent Jeron Slusher (1944-2016), Guatemalan footballer Juanita Slusher, more commonly known as Candy Barr Margaret F. Slusher (1879-1971), American businesswoman Mike Slusher (1948–2026), American basketball player Richart E. Slusher (born 1938), regents researcher and a principal research scientist

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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 Slusher

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 Slusher:

9
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Slusher?
The surname Slusher originates from English. Harold Slusher (born 1934), American physicist and young earth creationist Henry C. Slusher (1846-1923), private in the United States Army who was awarded the Medal of Honor Howard Slusher (1937-2022), American attorney and sports agent Jeron Slusher (1944-2016), Guatemalan footballer Juanita Slusher, more commonly known as Candy Barr Margaret F. Slusher (1879-1971), American businesswoman Mike Slusher (1948–2026), American basketball player Richart E. Slusher (born 1938), regents researcher and a principal research scientist
What are the origins of the name Dustin Slusher?
The name Dustin Slusher combines two different traditions: the first name Dustin has Norse roots, while the surname Slusher originates from English.
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