Dustin

Boy's name

Dustin is of Old Norse origin, derived from the name Thorsten, meaning "Thor's stone" or "Thor's mountain."

Meaning Thor's stone
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 394 Falling
Peak year 1985

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Dustin Hoffman - Actor, known for "Rain Man" and "The Graduate."
  • Dustin Johnson - Golfer, multiple major championship winner.
  • Dustin Pedroia - Baseball player, Boston Red Sox second baseman.
  • Dustin Diamond - Actor, played Screech on "Saved by the Bell."
  • Dustin Lance Black - Screenwriter, won Oscar for "Milk."
  • Dustin Lynch - Country singer, hits like "Small Town Boy."
  • Dustin Poirier - MMA fighter, former UFC interim lightweight champion.
  • Dustin Brown - Tennis player, won Wimbledon in 2014.
  • Dustin Moskovitz - Co-founder of Facebook.
  • Dustin Nguyen - Actor, known for "21 Jump Street" TV series.

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