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Mayer vs Austen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mayer

Boy #1,834 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"overseer, tenant farmer"

Origin: German (Middle High German)

Cultural Roots

Jewish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,834
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mayer Rank #1,834
Austen Rank #1,986

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 vs #1986 for Austen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mayer or Austen more popular?

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 compared to Austen at #1986 in the United States.

What do Mayer and Austen mean?

Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin). Austen means "majestic, venerable" (Latin Augustus origin).

Are Mayer and Austen boy or girl names?

Mayer is primarily a boy name. Austen is primarily a boy name.

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