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At a Glance
- Meaning
- A worn-down form of Augustine, ultimately tracing to Augustus ('majestic, venerable')
- Origin
- Old French (Anglo-Norman, from Latin Augustinus)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- AW-stin
Austin (pronounced AW-stin) is a worn-down form of Augustine, tracing back to Augustus, meaning 'majestic, venerable.' It came into English by way of Old French, from the Anglo-Norman rendering of the Latin Augustinus. It's a vintage name from the vintage era — a name with real history behind its everyday sound.
Meaning & Origin of Austin
Meaning: A worn-down form of Augustine, ultimately tracing to Augustus ('majestic, venerable').
Origin: Old French (Anglo-Norman, from Latin Augustinus).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Austin
AW-stinIPA /ˈɔːstɪn/
Popularity of Austin
Austin hit its peak at #9 in 1996, when 25,663 boys were given the name, and has since eased down to #107 in 2024 with 3,290 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Austin mean?
A worn-down form of Augustine, ultimately tracing to Augustus (‘majestic, venerable’). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Austin?
Austin is pronounced AW-stin (IPA: /ˈɔːstɪn/).
Is Austin a popular name right now?
Austin peaked at #9 in 1996 and is ranked #107 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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