UK boy's name
Justus
A masculine name of Latin origin meaning "righteous" or "just".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Justus is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Justus popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4749, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 4 births.
This profile covers 21 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 1996 to 2018. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 21 living people in the UK are called Justus. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Justus ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 4 boys were registered as Justus.
- • About 21 living people in the UK are estimated to have Justus as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4749
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
4 births
Estimated living
21
2026
Meaning
What does Justus mean?
The name Justus has its origins in Latin, derived from the word "justus" which means "just" or "righteous." It gained prominence during the Roman era, particularly among early Christians who valued traits such as justice and righteousness.
Justus first appeared in the New Testament of the Bible, where it is mentioned as the name of a Jewish Christian in Corinth. This early reference to the name dates back to the 1st century AD, indicating its ancient roots.
Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Justus maintained its popularity among Christian communities across Europe. It was embraced by many devout believers who saw it as a symbol of their faith and commitment to living a righteous life.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Justus was Justus of Urgell, a 6th-century Bishop of Urgell in modern-day Catalonia, Spain. He was known for his unwavering defense of orthodox Christian teachings during a time of theological disputes.
In the 12th century, Justus of Beauvais, a French scholar and theologian, gained recognition for his work "De Vita Christiana" (On the Christian Life), which explored the virtues and morals that should guide a Christian's life.
During the Renaissance period, Justus Lipsius (1547-1606), a renowned Flemish philologist and humanist scholar, made significant contributions to the study of classical literature and philosophy. His works on Stoicism and Neo-Stoicism had a profound impact on intellectual thought during that era.
In the realm of art, Justus Sustermans (1597-1681), a Flemish painter, earned acclaim for his portraits of European nobility and royalty, including those of the Spanish and Austrian royal families.
Another notable figure was Justus Möser (1720-1794), a German jurist, historian, and political theorist, who played a significant role in the development of German Enlightenment thought and advocated for the rights of peasants and the preservation of traditional German culture.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who bore the name Justus, a name that has endured across centuries and cultures, carrying with it a sense of righteousness and a commitment to justice.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Justus over time
The chart below shows babies named Justus registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2018. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Justus, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2018, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Justus by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Justus was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4463 | 10 | 3 |
| 2000s | #3671 | 7 | 2 |
| 1990s | #2357 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Justus
- Jack 188,738
- Joshua 145,192
- James 141,878
- Joseph 102,259
- Jacob 93,754
- Jake 66,896
- Jamie 41,243
- Jordan 36,750
- Jayden 28,921
- Jude 24,156
- John 22,240
- Joe 19,164
FAQ
Justus: questions and answers
How popular is the name Justus in the UK right now?
In 2018, Justus was ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Justus most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 4 babies registered as Justus in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Justus?
A masculine name of Latin origin meaning "righteous" or "just".
How many people are called Justus in the UK?
A total of 21 babies have been registered as Justus across the 6 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.