Dunstin

English

"dark stone"

Dunstin Origin and Meaning

The name Dunstin is a boy's name.

Dunstin is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of the more common Dunstan. The original name Dunstan comes from Old English elements 'dun' meaning 'dark' or 'dark brown' and 'stan' meaning 'stone' or 'rock.' Saint Dunstan was a 10th-century Archbishop of Canterbury who became one of England's most popular saints. The Dunstin spelling is quite rare, giving it a distinctive quality. This uncommon variant may appeal to parents looking for a traditional name with a slightly different flair. The name conveys a sense of steadfastness and solidity through its 'stone' etymology, while retaining historic Anglo-Saxon connections and religious associations.