Ostin

♂ Boy

Pronounced AWS-tin /ˈɔs.tɪn/High

Meaning: Spelling of Austin — a medieval contraction of Augustine, from Latin augustus, 'great, magnificent, venerable'Medium

In 30 seconds: Great and venerable: Ostin spells Austin — 'magnificent' (from Augustine). Strong, classic, and warm (a popular Latina/Slavic spelling).

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Origin MediumLatin

MeaningSpelling of Austin — a medieval contraction of Augustine, from Latin augustus, 'great, magnificent, venerable'

U.S. rank (2024)#4509 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births23 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 441

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Ostin is a spelling of Austin — a medieval contraction of Augustine, from Latin augustus, 'great, magnificent, venerable'. A strong, classic name; the Ostin spelling reflects Spanish and Slavic pronunciation.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino and Slavic families. Rare, great at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Austin is a medieval contraction of Augustine, from Latin augustus, 'great, magnificent' — Ostin is a phonetic spelling, common in Latino and Slavic use.

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Austin — root etymology

Variations

AustinAustenOstyn

Nicknames

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Austin— the standard spelling

Austen— a fellow spelling

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ostin mean?

Ostin spells Austin — 'great, magnificent' (from Augustine).

How do you pronounce Ostin?

It's said AWS-tin /ˈɔs.tɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Ostin a boy or girl name?

Ostin is a boy's name.

How popular is Ostin?

Ostin is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Austin is more common.