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Dusty

Gender-neutral · English · Medium name

Meaning
Dusty, covered with dust
Pronunciation
DUS-tee
Origin
English

From the English word 'dusty', from Old English 'dust'.

Popularity
Rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

VintageModernNature-inspired

Languages in use: English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • DustieEnglish

    Variant with an ie.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Dusty Springfield

    1939–1999

    English singer and record producer who helped define the Motown sound in the UK.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, English Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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