Austin
Austin is a boy name of English origin meaning “Great, majestic”, pronounced AW-stin. It ranked #113 in the United States in 2025, given to 3,103 babies, and peaked at #9 in 1996.
How popular is Austin in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Austin mean, and where does it come from?
Austin began as a medieval English contraction of Augustine, itself derived from the Latin Augustus, "great" or "venerable," honoring the influential early Christian theologian Saint Augustine of Hippo. It later became strongly tied to Texas, where it is both a major city and the surname of Stephen F. Austin, the empresario remembered as the "Father of Texas." The name soared to enormous popularity across the United States in the 1990s and 2000s, admired for its friendly, easygoing sound alongside similar names like Dylan and Hudson.
How is Austin used around the world?
Austin is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 2+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Famous People Named Austin
- Austin Butler — American actor known for Elvis
- Stephen F. Austin — American empresario known as the "Father of Texas"
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Austin mean?
Austin is a boy name of English origin meaning "Great, majestic." Austin began as a medieval English contraction of Augustine, itself derived from the Latin Augustus, "great" or "venerable," honoring the influential early Christian theologian Saint Augustine of Hippo. It later became strongly tied to Texas, where it is both a major city and the surname of Stephen F.
How do you pronounce Austin?
Austin is pronounced AW-stin. Common variations include Austen, Augustin, Augustine.
Is Austin a boy name?
Yes, Austin is traditionally a boy name.