Justene is of French origin and translates to 'just' or 'fair'. It's a unique and elegant choice for a girl's name, often given to express the hope for fairness and justice in life. Justene typically has one syllable, making it easy to pronounce and remember. It's also a name that can be spelled in various ways, such as Justice or Justine, offering some flexibility depending on personal preference. The name Justene is not particularly common, which may appeal to those seeking a distinctive moniker for their child.
The name Justene experienced significant popularity from the late 1980s to the mid-1990s, with a peak of 16 births in 1989 and consistently high numbers throughout the early to mid-90s. However, its prevalence declined thereafter, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1997 onwards, and only five births each in 2000 and 2001. There was a brief resurgence in 2003 with six births, followed by another decline to consistently low numbers until 2010, with only five births recorded that year. Overall, the name Justene has seen a substantial decrease in usage over time, with a total of 158 births recorded between 1985 and 2010.