Justinian, of Latin origin, is a name derived from the Roman family name Justus, which means 'just' or 'righteous'. This name gained significant recognition during the Byzantine Empire's rule by Emperor Justinian I in the 6th century AD. He was born Flavius Petrus Sabbas around 482 and became one of the most important rulers of his time. Justinian is perhaps best known for commissioning the construction of Hagia Sophia, considered one of the world's greatest architectural achievements, and for his significant legal reforms that culminated in the compilation of the Corpus Juris Civilis. The name Justinian has since been associated with this powerful emperor and his enduring legacy.
"Justinian saw a peak in popularity during the early 2000s with seven births each year from 2001 to 2003, but it has since declined, with five births each year from 2011 to 2014. Overall, there were seventy-eight babies named Justinian between 1982 and 2014."