Austin

Austin is a English boy's name. English contracted form of Augustine meaning "great" or "magnificent." Has a friendly, approachable quality.

How popular is Austin in the United States?

In 2024, 3,290 boys in the United States were named Austin, making it the 107th most popular boy's name that year.

It has fallen over the decade, from 66th ten years before.

Its busiest year on record was 1995, with 26,079 births.

Records for Austin go back to 1880, and 440,461 babies have been given the name since.

What Austin means and where it comes from

English contracted form of Augustine meaning "great" or "magnificent." Has a friendly, approachable quality.

Austin is of English origin, described as modern in style.

Is Austin a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Austin went to 117 girls and 3,290 boys — 97% boys.

In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

Sibling name ideas for Austin

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Austin mean?

English contracted form of Augustine meaning "great" or "magnificent." Has a friendly, approachable quality.

Where does the name Austin come from?

Austin is of English origin, and is usually described as modern in style.

How popular is Austin in the United States?

In 2024, 3,290 boys in the United States were named Austin, making it the 107th most popular boy's name that year.

Is Austin a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Austin went to 117 girls and 3,290 boys — 97% boys. In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

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