Justin in Chinese
Origin: Latin
Meaning: just, fair
The standard Chinese transliteration of Justin, pronounced Jiǎ Sī Tīng. The characters are chosen for sound: 贾 (jiǎ, "merchant (phonetic 'ja')"), 斯 (sī, "this (phonetic 's')"), 汀 (tīng, "islet, sandbar"). Native speakers will immediately recognize it as the name Justin.
Character Breakdown
Note: Reads as the name "Justin" to native speakers; the characters are chosen for sound, so don't expect a poetic meaning. Traditional form 賈斯汀 differs from simplified 贾斯汀; pick one script and keep it consistent. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
A Chinese-style given name inspired by the meaning of Justin ("just, fair"), expressing faith, sincerity and hope: 守 (shǒu, "to guard, keep") + 义 (yì, "righteousness, justice").
Character Breakdown
Note: A meaning-based Chinese given name; it will not sound like your English name, so pair it with an explanation if that matters to you. Traditional form 守義 differs from simplified 守义; pick one script and keep it consistent. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
Opens with 家 (jiā, "home, family"), which echoes the first sound of Justin (Jiǎ), and adds 远 (yuǎn, "far, distant, profound") for faith, sincerity and hope. It reads like a natural Chinese given name with a nod to your English one.
Character Breakdown
Note: Looks and sounds like a genuine Chinese given name while still echoing your name; a popular choice for tattoos. Traditional form 家遠 differs from simplified 家远; pick one script and keep it consistent. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you write Justin in Chinese?
The most common way is 贾斯汀 (traditional: 賈斯汀), pronounced Jiǎ Sī Tīng. This is the standard phonetic transliteration you would see in Chinese media and translations.
What does 贾斯汀 mean?
贾斯汀 is a sound-based transliteration, so as a whole it simply means "Justin". Individually: 贾 (jiǎ) = merchant (phonetic 'ja'); 斯 (sī) = this (phonetic 's'); 汀 (tīng) = islet, sandbar. If you want real meaning, try 守义 (Shǒu Yì), inspired by the meaning of Justin: "just, fair".
Which Chinese name for Justin is best for a tattoo?
Choose 贾斯汀 if you want people to recognize your name, 守义 if you prefer meaning over sound, or 家远 for a natural-sounding Chinese name that still echoes Justin. Whatever you pick, use a calligraphy font and ask a native speaker to check the final design.