Arthur vs Austin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Art, Artie

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Austin

Boy #107 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"venerable"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#107
Total SSA Count
3,290
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Aus, Ozzy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Austin Rank #107

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #107 for Austin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arthur ___

  • Arthur James
  • Arthur William
  • Arthur Henry
  • Arthur Frederick
  • Arthur George
  • Arthur Edmund

Austin ___

  • Austin James
  • Austin Lee
  • Austin Blake
  • Austin Cole
  • Austin Reid
  • Austin Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arthur

Theodore Edmund Cecily Rosalind Frederick

If you choose Austin

Tyler Weston Savannah Dallas Peyton

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Austin more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Austin at #107 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Austin mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Austin means "venerable" (Latin origin).

Are Arthur and Austin boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Austin is primarily a boy name.

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