The purpose of National Justice Day, which is observed on May 3, is to honour everyone who answers to the name ‘Justice’ and to educate us on the prominence and variations of the name. Everyone has heard the word ‘justice,’ but it is often confounded with something else. It is an English name with the meanings ‘just,’ ‘righteous,’ and ‘upright.’ It is remarkable that, despite its virtuous and noble connotation, so few people bear this name. Possibly because parents do not wish for their offspring to be confused! In any case, continue reading to learn more about the history of this amazing name.
The background of National Justice Day
In general, the name ‘Justice’ is derived from the biblical name ‘Justus.’ It appears in the New Testament and has evolved over time to sound and be spelt in a variety of ways. According to some sources, the term “justice” derives from the occupational name assigned to judges in ancient France. Regardless of its origin, the name has numerous variants that may have removed its biblical or occupational associations. For example, the name can be given to males as Justin, Justis, Juste, Justyn, Jost, or Jobst, among many other variations. When given to a female, the name appears as either Justus or Justyse.
From the late 20th century to the 21st century, ‘Justice’ has not been a popular infant name in the West. The highest classification for boys in the United States was 320 in 1996. In 1995, it was the 261st most prevalent name for girls in the United States. In 2021, it ranked as the 741st most prevalent name for girls in the decade of the 2020s.
Despite the moniker’s low ranking, a number of celebrities and aspiring celebrities share the name. David Justice, a former American baseball player who began his career early and strongly; Chamu Chibhabha, a Zimbabwean cricketer who so adores his name that he uses it as a moniker; and Justice Cunningham, a former American footballer. In addition to these personalities, there are a large number of young and upcoming ‘Justices’ who will likely spread the name in the near future.
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NATIONAL JUSTICE DAY ACTIVITIES
Perform as the name implies
The best method to celebrate this day is to incorporate its meaning into one’s actions. Resolve to use justice in all of your actions today.
Respect all Justices
If you know anyone with this name, today would be a wonderful time to show them gratitude and kindness. If you don’t know anyone, at least treat everyone with fairness.
Post it online
Post about the day using the hashtags #NationalJusticeDay, #JusticeDay, or #TheDayForJustice on social media. Salute to Justices everywhere.
5 FACTS ABOUT JUSTICE YOU SHOULD KNOW
The name is one of the rarest and least prevalent in the United States.
Both males and girls are permitted to bear the name.
Zac Brown, Jensen Ackles, and John Mellencamp have given their daughters the name ‘Justice.’
People view the name as formal, wholesome, powerful, peculiar, and of course, serious.
‘Justice’ is frequently conflated with the job title of judges, requiring bearers to clarify that they are not, in fact, judges.
NATIONAL JUSTICE DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | May 3 | Wednesday |
| 2024 | May 3 | Friday |
| 2025 | May 3 | Saturday |
| 2026 | May 3 | Sunday |
| 2027 | May 3 | Monday |
