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Dustin

DUHS-tihn

Dustin (name) means a male given name of Germanic origin, notably borne by actor Dustin Hoffman. Example: “Dustin Hoffman starred in The Graduate.”

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A male given name of Germanic origin, notably borne by actor Dustin Hoffman.
"Dustin Hoffman starred in The Graduate."
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Etymology

Probably from Old Norse Þorsteinn ("Thor's stone").

Origin: Old Norse

Dusty Torsten

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Dustin” mean?

The word “Dustin” means a male given name of Germanic origin, notably borne by actor Dustin Hoffman.

How do you pronounce “Dustin”?

“Dustin” is pronounced DUHS-tihn (/ˈdʌstɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Dustin” in a sentence?

Here is “Dustin” used in a sentence: “Dustin Hoffman starred in The Graduate.”

What part of speech is “Dustin”?

“Dustin” is a name.

Where does the word “Dustin” come from?

The word “Dustin” comes from Old Norse. Probably from Old Norse Þorsteinn ("Thor's stone").

Is “Dustin” a common word?

“Dustin” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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