Faustine

“Faustine is derived from the Latin 'Faustus', which means fortunate or good luck”

French origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1628US 2023

572Births / yr

→Stable

362All-time births

📅 Since 191100

How to pronounce Faustine

FOW·steen

/ˈfaʊ.stiːn/ · stress on FOW · 2 syllables

“Faustine is derived from the Latin 'Faustus', which means fortunate or good luck”

French origin · Girl name

What does Faustine mean and where does it come from?

Faustine is derived from the Latin 'Faustus', which means fortunate or good luck. The name has been popularized in various cultures but is often recognized in French-speaking countries. Famous figures include Faustine Bollaert, a contemporary French television host. The name conveys a sense of posit

Cultural significance

Faustine has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in French-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.

Peak popularity

Reached #2172 in 1911 — currently #1628 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Faustine?

Faustine works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Faustine Grace

How popular is Faustine right now?

Holding steady — currently #1628 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1628 · Top 1.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1628	572	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1633	552	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1638	522	▲ up 6318 · +5120% births
1990	#7956	10	▲ up 2609 · +100% births
1980	#10565	5	▼ down 5051
1950	#5514	5	▼ down 730
1945	#4784	5	▼ down 739 · -17% births
1940	#4045	6	▲ up 396 · +20% births
1935	#4441	5	▲ up 352
1930	#4793	5	▼ down 1763 · -55% births
1920	#3030	11	▲ up 610 · +57% births
1915	#3640	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Faustine

Best Year2023Rank #1628

Peak Count572

Average Rank#4472

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202312 years

The story of Faustine

Faustine entered American naming records in 1911 and has been in use for over 113 years. With 362 total births recorded, Faustine remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3640 in 1915 to #1628 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Faustine in 1911:

Mary Helen Margaret Dorothy Ruth

Faustine by decade

Faustine peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	64
1920s ★	95
1930s	62
1940s	65
1950s	16
1980s	19
1990s	25
2000s	5
2010s	11

💎Faustine has only 362 total recorded births since 1911 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Faustine?

Common

FauFaieFayIne

Famous people named Faustine

Faustine (medieval French noble)

Faustine held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.

Faustine (French philosopher)

Faustine carried this name in the Enlightenment tradition that shaped modern Western thought.

Faustine (French impressionist artist)

Faustine used this name in the rich tradition of French visual arts and culture.

Faustine (medieval French noble)

Faustine held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.

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What names sound and feel like Faustine?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Faustine also consider these

Austine

English · magnificent, majestic, venerable

Fantine

Arabic · A Arabic name

Faustini

Arabic · A Arabic name

Laurine

French · laurel, sweet bay

Auline

French · Latin

Faustina

Latin · Lucky, fortunate.

Faune

French · goddess of fields

Dassine

French · Derived from Dassy,

How is Faustine written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Faustine?

Faustinus ANCIENT ROMAN Faustino ITALIAN Faustino PORTUGUESE Faustino SPANISH Fausta ANCIENT ROMAN Faustus ANCIENT ROMAN Fausta ITALIAN Fausto ITALIAN Faust LITERATURE Fausto PORTUGUESE Fausto SPANISH

Common questions about the name Faustine

What does the name Faustine mean?

Faustine means "Latin" — a name rooted in French tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Faustine?

Faustine is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Faustine?

Faustine originates from French tradition. French names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Faustine?

Faustine is a two-syllable name pronounced F AW1 S T IY0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Faustine a common or rare name?

Faustine is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.