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Justina Pronunciation

Justina is pronounced juss-TEE-nah /dʒʌsˈti.nɑ/High

Meaning: Just, fair, righteous; Latin feminine of Justus, the sister form of JustineHigh

In 30 seconds: Justice with a Latin lilt: Justina is the -ina sister of Justine — 'just, fair, upright' — an early martyr-saint's name and a Spanish, Italian, and Polish classic. Virtue in three flowing syllables.

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Origin HighLatin

MeaningJust, fair, righteous; Latin feminine of Justus, the sister form of Justine

U.S. rank (2024)#3664 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births42 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1990

Total births (all-time)≈ 12,203

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Justina is the Latin feminine of Justus — 'just, fair, upright' — the sister form of French Justine, borne by early Christian martyrs (St. Justina of Padua, of Antioch). It is a steady classic in Spanish, Italian, Polish, and Scandinavian naming.

In the U.S. it appears across Latino and Eastern European families. Uncommon, virtuous at the root, and warmly continental.

Did you know? St. Justina of Padua, an early martyr, became the patron of the great Venetian victory at Lepanto in 1571 — her feast day still marks the battle that turned back an empire.

Overall data confidence 92%

Behind the Name — Justina — etymology

Variations

JustineGiustinaJustyna

Nicknames

TinaJusty

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If you like Justina…

Justine— the French sister form

Christina— a fellow -ina virtue classic

Valentina— the companion grand -ina name

Lorena— another classic pick

Selina— a fellow Latin choice

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How do you pronounce Justina?

Justina is pronounced juss-TEE-nah (/dʒʌsˈti.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Justina said aloud.

How do you say Justina?

Justina is said juss-TEE-nah (/dʒʌsˈti.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Justina said aloud.

What does the name Justina mean?

Justina is the Latin feminine of Justus, meaning 'just, fair, upright'.

Is Justina a boy or girl name?

Justina is a girl's name.

How popular is Justina?

Justina is an uncommon name in the U.S., classic across Latin and Slavic cultures.