Jestina

“Just, fair; derived from the name Justina.”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11537US 2020

8Births / yr

↑Rising

361All-time births

📅 Since 192100

How to pronounce Jestina

JEST·EE·nuh

/ˈdʒɛst.ˈiː.nə/ · stress on JEST · 3 syllables

“Just, fair; derived from the name Justina.”

English origin · Girl name

What does Jestina mean and where does it come from?

Jestina is an anglicized variation of Justina, which has Latin roots. The name Justina is derived from the name Justin, meaning 'just' or 'fair.' It appears in various cultures with slight variations in spelling and pronunciation. It has been used in literature and historical contexts and resonates

Cultural significance

Jestina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of just, fair; derived from the name justina..

Peak popularity

Reached #3982 in 1924 — currently #11537 in the US.

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How else can you spell Jestina?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Jesstina

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Jestina?

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

Jestina Grace

How popular is Jestina right now?

Rising fast — up 3529 spots — currently #11537 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1960–2020#11537 · Top 8.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#11110	8	▲ up 3529 · +33% births
2015	#14639	6	▼ down 3608 · -33% births
2005	#11031	9	▼ down 1058
2000	#9973	9	▼ down 3959 · -40% births
1995	#6014	15	▲ up 915 · +25% births
1990	#6929	12	▼ down 387 · +20% births
1985	#6542	10	▲ up 4146 · +100% births
1980	#10688	5	▼ down 1342
1975	#9346	5	▼ down 2503
1965	#6843	5	▼ down 137
1960	#6706	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jestina

Best Year1995Rank #6014

Peak Count15

Average Rank#9075

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1960 - 202011 years

The story of Jestina

Jestina entered American naming records in 1921 and has been in use for over 103 years. With 361 total births recorded, Jestina remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6706 in 1960, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11110 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Jestina in 1924:

Mary Dorothy Helen Betty Margaret

Jestina by decade

Jestina peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	18
1930s	5
1960s	10
1970s	21
1980s	98
1990s ★	109
2000s	75
2010s	17
2020s	8

💎Jestina has only 361 total recorded births since 1921 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jestina?

Common

JesJeIna

What names sound and feel like Jestina?

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

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Jentina

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Jessena

English · God beholds

Destina

Latin · destined

Yessina

English · A meaningful name

Vestina

Italy · Latin

Common questions about the name Jestina

What does the name Jestina mean?

Jestina means "Just, fair; derived from the name Justina." — a name rooted in English 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 Jestina?

Jestina 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 Jestina?

Jestina originates from English tradition. English 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 Jestina?

Jestina is a three-syllable name pronounced JH EH1 S T IY1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Jestina?

Jestina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.