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Faustina
Faustina Pronunciation
Faustina is pronounced fow-STEE-nah /faʊˈsti.nɑ/Medium
Meaning: From Latin faustus, 'fortunate, lucky, auspicious' (the feminine of Faustus/Faustino)Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Faustina comes from Latin faustus, 'fortunate, lucky, auspicious' (the feminine of Faustus/Faustino). Borne by Roman empresses and St Faustina Kowalska, it's an elegant, devout name across Latin and Catholic cultures.
In the U.S. it appears in Latino and Catholic families. Rare, fortunate at the root, and elegant.
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How do you pronounce Faustina?
Faustina is pronounced fow-STEE-nah (/faʊˈsti.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Faustina said aloud.
How do you say Faustina?
Faustina is said fow-STEE-nah (/faʊˈsti.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Faustina said aloud.
What does the name Faustina mean?
Faustina is Latin for 'fortunate, lucky, auspicious'.
Is Faustina a boy or girl name?
Faustina is a girl's name.
How popular is Faustina?
Faustina is a rare name in the U.S.