Justin Griffith

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Justin Griffith — just, righteous
467K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Justin Griffith is a name combining Latin origins, bringing together "just, righteous" (Justin) with "strong grip" (Griffith). The first name Justin is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Justin is a masculine given name of Latin origin. It is the anglicized form of the Latin given name Justinus, a derivative of Justus, meaning "just", "fair", or "righteous". Justinus was the name borne by various early saints, notably a 2nd-century Christian apologist and a 3rd-century martyr. The name is also related to the similar Latin name Justinian. As an English name, Justin is common, particularly in the English-speaking world starting in the latter half of the 20th century. People named Justin All pages with titles beginning with Justin All pages with titles containing Justin The surname Griffith: Griffith is a surname of Welsh origin which derives from the given name Gruffudd. The prefix Griff (originally Gruff) may mean "strong grip" and the suffix, udd, means "chief"/"lord". The earliest recorded example of the surname was "Gryffyth" in 1295, but the given name is older. Justin is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 467K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Justin reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Justin

Meaning: just, righteous

Latin

Justin is a masculine given name of Latin origin. It is the anglicized form of the Latin given name Justinus, a derivative of Justus, meaning "just", "fair", or "righteous". Justinus was the name borne by various early saints, notably a 2nd-century Christian apologist and a 3rd-century martyr. The name is also related to the similar Latin name Justinian. As an English name, Justin is common, particularly in the English-speaking world starting in the latter half of the 20th century. People named Justin All pages with titles beginning with Justin All pages with titles containing Justin

Surname: Griffith

Meaning: strong grip

Welsh

Griffith is a surname of Welsh origin which derives from the given name Gruffudd. The prefix Griff (originally Gruff) may mean "strong grip" and the suffix, udd, means "chief"/"lord". The earliest recorded example of the surname was "Gryffyth" in 1295, but the given name is older.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Justin 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 Justin by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

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

5
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Justin?
The first name Justin originates from Latin. Justin is a masculine given name of Latin origin. It is the anglicized form of the Latin given name Justinus, a derivative of Justus, meaning "just", "fair", or "righteous". Justinus was the name borne by various early saints, notably a 2nd-century Christian apologist and a 3rd-century martyr. The name is also related to the similar Latin name Justinian. As an English name, Justin is common, particularly in the English-speaking world starting in the latter half of the 20th century. People named Justin All pages with titles beginning with Justin All pages with titles containing Justin
When was Justin most popular?
The name Justin reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Griffith?
The surname Griffith originates from Welsh. Griffith is a surname of Welsh origin which derives from the given name Gruffudd. The prefix Griff (originally Gruff) may mean "strong grip" and the suffix, udd, means "chief"/"lord". The earliest recorded example of the surname was "Gryffyth" in 1295, but the given name is older.
What are the origins of the name Justin Griffith?
The name Justin Griffith combines two different traditions: the first name Justin has Latin roots, while the surname Griffith originates from Welsh.
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