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Dusten
Pronounced DUS-tin /ˈdʌs.tɪn/Medium
Meaning: A variant spelling of Dustin, from the Old Norse Thorsteinn, 'Thor's stone,' often read as 'brave warrior.' A familiar name in a fresh spelling.Low
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History & Origin
Dusten is a variant of Dustin, from the Old Norse Thorsteinn, 'Thor's stone; brave warrior.' The -en spelling freshens a familiar name — rare in the U.S. (said 'DUS-tin').
It appears rarely in the U.S., next to the common Dustin. Rare, strong, and familiar.
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What does the name Dusten mean?
Dusten is a form of Dustin, from the Old Norse Thorsteinn, 'Thor's stone; brave warrior.'
How do you pronounce Dusten?
It's said DUS-tin /ˈdʌs.tɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Dusten a boy or girl name?
Dusten is a boy's name.
How popular is Dusten?
Dusten is a rare name for boys in the U.S.