Austin in Chinese
Austin in Chinese is 奥斯汀 (Ào Sī Tīng).
- Origin
- Latin
- Meaning
- great, magnificent
Etymologically, Austin is Latin and is commonly glossed as "great, magnificent". It has been in continuous US use since Social Security records begin in 1880, peaking in the 1990s.
3 ways to write Austin
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
奥斯汀
Ào Sī Tīng
The standard transliteration of Austin: 奥 (ào, "profound, mysterious"), 斯 (sī, "this (phonetic 's')"), 汀 (tīng, "islet, sandbar"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
To fit Mandarin syllable rules, the sounds are broken into 3 characters: 奥 ào + 斯 sī + 汀 tīng. The tone contour is 4-1-1 (falling, high level, high level).
Character breakdown
29 strokes total (simplified)- 奥
ào
Tone 4 · 12 strokes (simplified)
profound, mysterious
- 斯
sī
Tone 1 · 12 strokes (simplified)
this (phonetic 's')
- 汀
tīng
Tone 1 · 5 strokes (simplified)
islet, sandbar
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
承宇
Chéng Yǔ
Inspired by "great, magnificent": 承 (chéng, "to inherit, carry on") + 宇 (yǔ, "universe; eaves"), expressing nobility and greatness.
Why these characters?
Because Austin is linked to "great", the name leads with 承 (to inherit, carry on); 宇 (universe; eaves) gives it a natural given-name finish.
Character breakdown
14 strokes total (simplified)- 承
chéng
Tone 2 · 8 strokes (simplified)
to inherit, carry on
- 宇
yǔ
Tone 3 · 6 strokes (simplified)
universe; eaves
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
奥宏
Ào Hóng
奥 (ào, "profound, mysterious") + 宏 (hóng, "grand, vast"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
It keeps 奥 (ào), the same opening character as the transliteration 奥斯汀, for the "aus" sound, and replaces the rest with 宏 ("grand, vast") so the whole reads as a real given name.
Character breakdown
19 strokes total (simplified)- 奥
ào
Tone 4 · 12 strokes (simplified)
profound, mysterious
- 宏
hóng
Tone 2 · 7 strokes (simplified)
grand, vast
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Recent US usage of Austin
In the Social Security Administration’s 2020–2025 snapshot, Austin ranked 102 among names recorded for boys, with 21,071 registrations in that group across the period. These are US birth-name records, rather than search counts or a ranking of Chinese names. The period covers part of a decade; it is not a final ranking for the whole 2020s.
Compare the dated figures in the SSA’s official 2020s name table. This snapshot was checked on 2026-10-15; any historical figures on this page describe their own stated period.
Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 407,627 boys named Austin since 1880, with the high point in 1995 (25,905 births) and the busiest decade being the 1990s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #55 to #75 among boys.
- Peak year
- 1995
- Peak decade
- 1990s
- First year
- 1880
- Total since 1880
- 407,627
More About Austin in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Austin offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Austin, you'll find options that work for you.
If you're exploring Chinese names for boys, you might also be interested in Nathan in Chinese, Kyle in Chinese, and Adam in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Aaron in Chinese, Ethan in Chinese, and Steven in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Austin, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Austin to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Austin in Chinese characters?
奥斯汀 (Ào Sī Tīng), or 奧斯汀 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How popular is the name Austin?
US Social Security records show 407,627 boys named Austin since 1880, with the high point in 1995 (25,905 births) and the busiest decade being the 1990s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #55 to #75 among boys.
Is there a Chinese name for Austin with real meaning?
Try 承宇 (Chéng Yǔ): to inherit, carry on + universe; eaves, inspired by "great, magnificent". For something that still sounds like Austin, 奥宏 (Ào Hóng) is a middle ground.