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Origin: Latin

Meaning: Just, upright, righteous

Justinian is a masculine name of Latin origin that means "just," "upright," or "righteous." It comes from the Latin name Iustinianus and is a variation of Justin, a name that boasts connotations of virtue, strength, and leadership. Justinian conjures images of a sweet child who does the right thing, no matter how hard it may be. It may also be associated with royalty and power, as two former Byzantine emperors were named Justinian.