Austun Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAW-stun / ˈɔːstənEnglish; Scandinavian
Meaning
Great; magnificent (English); from the east (Scandinavian)
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Austun is derived from the elements 'aust' meaning 'east' and 'tun' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement', reflecting a geographical significance. The Scandinavian origin relates to the Old Norse name 'Ásgeirr', where 'ás' refers to the gods and 'geirr' means spear, suggesting a warrior connotation. Both origins highlight a connection to strength and place, common themes in naming traditions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Austen
- Austin
International Variants
- Augustin (French)
- Augusto (Spanish)
- Austyn (English)
Famous people named Austun
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Fictional characters named Austun
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Austun was first seen in the United States in 1990. Austun has ranked as high as #1249 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Austun has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Austun
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2002 | 5 |