Boy Name · Latin Origin
Justo
Justo is a boy baby name of Latin origin, meaning "Just, righteous". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Justo often also consider Justin.
Justo meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Just, righteous
Origin: Latin naming roots help connect Justo to related Latin baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Justo as J·U·S·T·O, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Justo is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Justo variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Justoa, Justoe, Justoy, Just.
- Nicknames: Jus and J.
- Middle names: Pair Justo with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Justo middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Justin, Justus, Josette, Justine, Justice — full picks on the sibling names for Justo guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Justo? Browse our names like Justo guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Justo
What does the name Justo mean?
Justo means "Just, righteous" and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of Justo?
Justo originates in Latin naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Justo?
Justo has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Justo a boy's or girl's name?
Justo is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Justo in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Justo sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Justo?
Names that share Justo's sound and style include Justin, Justus, Josette, Justine, Justice.
What middle names pair well with Justo?
Good middle-name fits for Justo pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Justo is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Justo is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Justo?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Justo share its rhythm without rhyming — Justin, Justus, Josette all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.