Dustin

Meaning of Dustin

The name Dustin means "Thor's stone" or "brave warrior's stone." It suggests a strong and resilient character.

Dustin has Old Norse roots — browse every Old Norse baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Dustin

Dustin has cooled off, slipping to #729 in 2025, down from a peak of #148 in 2000.

Notable people named Dustin

• Dustin Hoffman
  Oscar-winning American actor
• Dustin Johnson
  Major champion golfer
• Dustin Lynch
  Chart-topping country singer
• Dustin Pedroia
  MLB All-Star second baseman
• Dustin Diamond
  Actor, 'Screech' in Saved by the Bell

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Questions about the name Dustin

What does the name Dustin mean?

Dustin means the name dustin means "thor's stone" or "brave warrior's stone." it suggests a strong and resilient character, and it comes from Old Norse origins.

Is Dustin a boy's or a girl's name?

Dustin is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Dustin?

In 2025, Dustin ranked #729 for boys, down from #686 the year before.

When was Dustin most popular?

Dustin peaked at #148 in 2000.