All about the name

Austine

Male

« Austin is an English unisex name meaning 'noble' or 'great', derived from the Latin 'Austrinus'. »

#14193 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Austin is a unisex given name of English origin. It means "noble" or "great". The name is derived from the Latin word 'Austrinus', which was used to describe someone who came from the south, specifically the Latin region of Austrasia. The use of Austin as a personal name dates back to the Middle Ages in England. It was often used for both boys and girls during this time. However, by the 17th century, it had become more commonly associated with males. Austin has also been popular as a surname throughout history. Many notable people have borne the name Austin, including the philosopher Alfred Austin, the musician Justin Austin, and the politician Thomas Austin. Today, Austin is most commonly used as a boys' name in English-speaking countries. However, it remains a unisex name internationally. According to data from the Social Security Administration, Austin has been among the top 10 most popular boys' names in the United States since 2007.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Austine since 1880

Total births
153
Total since 1880
Peak year
1993
15 births
in 2007
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years