Austin
Meaning: Great, venerable
Origin: Latin/English
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #175
Total births: 2,274
History: Austin surged in the 2010s in Australia. Steve Austin was a beloved Australian wildlife warrior. The Texan associations aside, Australian Austins have their own outback identity.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #37 |
| Babies named Austin in 2025 | 168 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,274 |
| Peak year | 2023 (169 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #37 |
| Years in records | 2011–2025 (15 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 21 spots |
Frequently asked about Austin
What does the name Austin mean?
Austin means “Great, venerable” from Latin/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Austin?
Austin has Latin/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Great, venerable”.
How popular is Austin in Australia?
Austin ranked #37 in Australia in 2025 — given to 168 babies that year.
When was Austin most popular?
Austin peaked in 2023 with 169 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Austin a boy or girl name?
Austin is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Austins in registered births are male.
Is the name Austin rising or falling in popularity?
Austin has risen 21 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #58 in 2020 to #37 in 2025.
How long has Austin been recorded in Australia?
Austin appears in birth records in Australia across 15 years — from 2011 through 2025.