# Justin

/ˈdʒəstən/ (US)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/justin
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Senses

### 1. male name

noun · CEFR A1

a common first name for a man or boy.

For teachers: A male given name, popular in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century.

- My friend Justin is coming over to help me move some furniture today.
- The teacher called on Justin to answer the question, but he was too busy looking out the window to hear her.

Usage: Always capitalized as it is a proper noun.

Teaching tip: Learners should be aware that while common, it is distinct from the adverb 'just'.

## Examples

- My friend Justin lives in London.
- The teacher called on Justin to answer the question about the history of the city.
- While the name Justin has seen varying levels of popularity over the decades, it remains a staple masculine identifier in many Western cultures due to its classical roots.

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