Austin Brittain

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Austin Brittain — great, magnificent
66K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Austin Brittain is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Austin is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Austin is an English masculine given name, an Old French language contraction of Agustin as Aostin, Austin (regular disappearing of intervocalic [g] from Late Latin to Old French; cf. : Old French aüst / aoust, French août). Agustin is the popular form of Augustin, equivalent to Augustine. Variations of the name include Austen and Auston. The surname Brittain: Bill Brittain (1930–2011), American author Charles Francis Brittain (born 1950), American philosopher Colin Brittain (born 1986), American drummer Donald Brittain (1928–1989), Canadian filmmaker Erica Brittain, American biostatistician Joe Brittain, English rugby league footballer of the 1910s, and 1920s Marion Luther Brittain (1865–1953), U.S. Austin is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 66K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Austin reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Austin

Meaning: great, magnificent

Latin

Austin is an English masculine given name, an Old French language contraction of Agustin as Aostin, Austin (regular disappearing of intervocalic [g] from Late Latin to Old French; cf. : Old French aüst / aoust, French août). Agustin is the popular form of Augustin, equivalent to Augustine. Variations of the name include Austen and Auston.

Surname: Brittain

English

Bill Brittain (1930–2011), American author Charles Francis Brittain (born 1950), American philosopher Colin Brittain (born 1986), American drummer Donald Brittain (1928–1989), Canadian filmmaker Erica Brittain, American biostatistician Joe Brittain, English rugby league footballer of the 1910s, and 1920s Marion Luther Brittain (1865–1953), U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Austin is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Austin by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Austin Brittain

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Austin Brittain:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Austin?
The first name Austin originates from Latin. Austin is an English masculine given name, an Old French language contraction of Agustin as Aostin, Austin (regular disappearing of intervocalic [g] from Late Latin to Old French; cf. : Old French aüst / aoust, French août). Agustin is the popular form of Augustin, equivalent to Augustine. Variations of the name include Austen and Auston.
When was Austin most popular?
The name Austin reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Brittain?
The surname Brittain originates from English. Bill Brittain (1930–2011), American author Charles Francis Brittain (born 1950), American philosopher Colin Brittain (born 1986), American drummer Donald Brittain (1928–1989), Canadian filmmaker Erica Brittain, American biostatistician Joe Brittain, English rugby league footballer of the 1910s, and 1920s Marion Luther Brittain (1865–1953), U.S.
What are the origins of the name Austin Brittain?
The name Austin Brittain combines two different traditions: the first name Austin has Latin roots, while the surname Brittain originates from English.
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