Justin in Chinese
Justin in Chinese is 贾斯汀 (Jiǎ Sī Tīng).
- Origin
- Latin
- Meaning
- just, fair
Justin is a name of Latin origin, generally understood to mean "just, fair". It has been in continuous US use since Social Security records begin in 1880, peaking in the 1980s.
3 ways to write Justin
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
贾斯汀
Jiǎ Sī Tīng
The standard transliteration of Justin: 贾 (jiǎ, "merchant (phonetic 'ja')"), 斯 (sī, "this (phonetic 's')"), 汀 (tīng, "islet, sandbar"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
Mandarin has no consonant clusters, so the 2-syllable English name is spread over 3 characters: 贾 jiǎ + 斯 sī + 汀 tīng. The tone contour is 3-1-1 (dipping, high level, high level).
Character breakdown
27 strokes total (simplified)- 贾
jiǎ
Tone 3 · 10 strokes (simplified)
merchant (phonetic 'ja')
- 斯
sī
Tone 1 · 12 strokes (simplified)
this (phonetic 's')
- 汀
tīng
Tone 1 · 5 strokes (simplified)
islet, sandbar
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
志诚
Zhì Chéng
Inspired by "just, fair": 志 (zhì, "will, aspiration") + 诚 (chéng, "sincere, honest"), expressing faith, sincerity and hope.
Why these characters?
志 (will, aspiration) answers the "just" in Justin's meaning, and 诚 (sincere, honest) rounds it off as a typical ending for boys' names.
Character breakdown
15 strokes total (simplified)- 志
zhì
Tone 4 · 7 strokes (simplified)
will, aspiration
- 诚
chéng
Tone 2 · 8 strokes (simplified)
sincere, honest
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
家希
Jiā Xī
家 (jiā, "home, family") + 希 (xī, "hope; rare"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
Instead of the purely phonetic 贾, this uses 家 (jiā, "home, family") for the "jus" sound, then 希 ("hope; rare") for meaning.
Character breakdown
17 strokes total (simplified)- 家
jiā
Tone 1 · 10 strokes (simplified)
home, family
- 希
xī
Tone 1 · 7 strokes (simplified)
hope; rare
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Recent US usage of Justin
In the Social Security Administration’s 2020–2025 snapshot, Justin ranked 190 among names recorded for boys, with 11,799 registrations in that group across the period. These are US birth-name records, rather than search counts or a ranking of Chinese names. The period covers part of a decade; it is not a final ranking for the whole 2020s.
Compare the dated figures in the SSA’s official 2020s name table. This snapshot was checked on 2026-10-15; any historical figures on this page describe their own stated period.
Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 773,093 boys named Justin since 1880, with the high point in 1988 (35,042 births) and the busiest decade being the 1980s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #9 to #126 among boys.
- Peak year
- 1988
- Peak decade
- 1980s
- First year
- 1880
- Total since 1880
- 773,093
More About Justin in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Justin offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Justin, you'll find options that work for you.
If you're exploring Chinese names for boys, you might also be interested in Ryan in Chinese, Nicholas in Chinese, and Anthony in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Robert in Chinese, Brandon in Chinese, and Jonathan in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Justin, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Justin to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
How do you write Justin in Chinese?
贾斯汀 (Jiǎ Sī Tīng), or 賈斯汀 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How many strokes does 贾斯汀 have?
27 strokes in simplified form and 30 in traditional; per character: 贾 10, 斯 12, 汀 5.
Is there a Chinese name for Justin with real meaning?
Try 志诚 (Zhì Chéng): will, aspiration + sincere, honest, inspired by "just, fair". For something that still sounds like Justin, 家希 (Jiā Xī) is a middle ground.