Austen
girl name#3459 in 2025Austen entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #2117 in 2016, ranks #3459 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
#3459
rank today
#2117
peak (2016)
44
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7274 |
| 1990s | #4976 |
| 2000s | #8171 |
| 2010s | #3711 |
| 2020s | #3020 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Austen has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,300 people named Austen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Austen is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Austen in 2025?
- Austen ranks #3459 among US girl names in 2025, with 44 babies given the name.
- When was the name Austen most popular?
- Austen peaked in 2016, reaching #2117 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Austen with classmates?
- Austen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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