| Meaning | great, magnificent |
| Origin | English, French, Latin |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Austen |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Aus-ten |
About Austen
Literary sophistication meets contemporary appeal in this refined selection that honors intellectual tradition while feeling perfectly at home in modern contexts. The name carries associations with wit, intelligence, and timeless storytelling, yet it never feels stuffy or pretentious. Its gender-neutral quality has shifted beautifully toward feminine usage, offering girls a name that commands respect in any professional setting. The single syllable provides strength and clarity, while the particular spelling adds a layer of distinction that prevents confusion with more common variations. It pairs exceptionally well with longer, more elaborate middle or surname combinations, providing balance to the full name composition. Parents drawn to this choice often value education, creativity, and the power of narrative in shaping human experience.
Nicknames for Austen
| Aus |
| Auss |
| Aussie |
| Stenny |
| Sten |
Famous People Named Austen
| Austen Ivereigh | British author and journalist |
| Austen Tayshus | born Austen Shelton - Australian comedian and satirist |
| Austen Kroll | American reality TV personality |
| Austen Chamberlain | British statesman and Nobel laureate |
| Austen Cargill | American philanthropist and heiress |
| Austen Hooks | American politician and judge |
| Austen Lane | American football player and radio host |
| Austen Everett | American soccer player and coach |
| Austen Obeng | Ghanaian weightlifter |
| Austen Smith | South African field hockey player |
| Austen Warburton | British artist and poet |
| Austen Eleanora Johnson | American linguist and educator |
| Austen John Wheatley | Australian artist and sculptor |
| Austen Joseph Mengler | Australian YouTuber and animator |
| Austen Oghenekparobo Eguavoen | Nigerian footballer |
| Austen Victor Blanchard | American publisher and politician |
| Austen Sweetin | American snowboarder |
| Austen Young | British cricketer |
| Austen Marjorie Carpenter | American nurse and politician |
| Austen Ann Hartke | American transgender activist and writer |
Characters Named Austen
| Austen Sloper | Character in "Washington Square" by Henry James |
| Austen Kittredge | Character in the "Sweet Valley High" series by Francine Pascal |
| Austen Lowell | Character in the "Cuts Like a Knife" series by M.K. Gilroy |
| Austen Stoker | Character in the "H.E.A.T" series by Jillian Burn |
| Austen Mackenzie | Character in "The Faerie Wars Chronicles" by Herbie Brennan |
| Austen Shaw | Character in "The Two Jakes" film, played by Madeleine Stowe |
| Austen Summers | Character in "Chasing Forever" by Kelly Jensen |
| Austen Wagner | Character in "The Real Deal" by Lauren Blakely |
| Austen Browne | Character in "An Unconditional Freedom" by Alyssa Cole |
| Austen Matveev | Character in "The Boy Who Fell to Earth" by Kathy Lette |
| Austen Adams | Character in "Here to Stay" by Catherine Anderson |
| Austen Lennard | Character in "Soul of the Sword" by Julie Kagawa |
| Austen Kaye | Character in "Where She Went" by B.E. Jones |
| Austen Clarke | Character in "By the Sword" by Mercedes Lackey |
| Austen Brooks | Character in "The Way I Used to Be" by Amber Smith |
| Austen Stacks | Character in "Full Circle" by Lisa Marie Davis |
| Austen Wycherley | Character in "One Wild Winter's Eve" by Anne Barton |
| Austen Grey | Character in "Mad Love" by Colet Abedi |
| Austen McRae | Character in "Shutter" by Courtney Alameda |