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Dusty
Pronounced DUS-tee /ˈdʌs.ti/High
Meaning: A pet form of Dustin — from Old Norse Thorsteinn, 'Thor's stone', via the surname; also read as the word 'dusty'; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Dusty is a pet form of Dustin — from Old Norse Thorsteinn, 'Thor's stone', via the surname — also read as the word 'dusty' (routes layered, which we note). The singer Dusty Springfield made it famous. A crisp, friendly name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished).
In the U.S. it peaked mid-century. Rare for girls today, Thor's-stone at the root, and friendly.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Dusty mean?
Dusty pets Dustin — Old Norse 'Thor's stone'; it also reads as the word 'dusty'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Dusty?
It's said DUS-tee /ˈdʌs.ti/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Dusty a boy or girl name?
Dusty is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.
How popular is Dusty?
Dusty is a rare name for girls in the U.S.