Austen

Austen is an English surname and given-name spelling related to Austin. The family developed from shortened forms of Augustine, which ultimately goes back to Latin augustus, meaning “venerable” or “revered.” This gives Austen an older personal-name history as well as its later use as a hereditary surname.

For many readers, the most immediate association is Jane Austen, the author of Pride and Prejudice, Emma, and other novels. Choosing Austen can therefore be a literary tribute while retaining the underlying Augustine connection. The e spelling makes the author’s surname especially visible, whereas Austin may suggest a different family or geographical association. Austen has been used for boys and girls, allowing the literary reference to be carried without changing its spelling or historical origin.