Auryn
A fantasy name derived from the Latin word "aurum" meaning gold.
Name Census estimates that about 162 living Americans carry the first name Auryn. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 74.8% of registrations being male. The average person named Auryn today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Auryn births was 2019 (18 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Auryn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Auryn with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
162
~ 1 in 2,115,768 Americans
Peak year
2019
18 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,032
Tracked since 2009
Gender
Gender distribution for Auryn
Auryn is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 163 total registrations, 122 (74.8%) were male and 41 (25.2%) were female.
Auryn as a male name
- Ranked #9,032 in 2024
- 8 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2013 (12 births)
Auryn as a female name
- Ranked #12,374 in 2021
- 7 female births in 2021
- Peak: 2019 (9 births)
Popularity
Auryn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Auryn from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 100 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Auryn remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Auryn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Auryn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Auryn
The name Auryn is a relatively modern invention, first appearing in the late 20th century. It is believed to have been derived from the German fantasy novel "The Neverending Story" by Michael Ende, published in 1979. In the book, Auryn is a powerful amulet worn by the protagonist, Atreyu, on his quest to save the realm of Fantastica.
The name itself is not explicitly linked to any particular language or culture of origin. However, its resemblance to the Latin word "aurum," meaning "gold," and the German word "Auren," meaning "eyes," has led to speculation about its possible etymology. Some have suggested that it may have been inspired by these words, reflecting the amulet's golden appearance and the idea of it being a window or "eye" into the fantastical world of the story.
Despite its relatively recent origins, the name Auryn has gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly among fans of the novel and those drawn to its mystical and enchanting connotations. While there are no historical records or famous figures directly associated with the name Auryn prior to the publication of "The Neverending Story," it has since been adopted by a number of individuals.
One notable person with the name Auryn is Auryn Donaldson, an American actress and model born in 1992. She has appeared in various television shows and films, including "The Last Ship" and "NCIS: Los Angeles." Another individual with this first name is Auryn Kethron Inniss, a Canadian track and field athlete born in 1997, who specializes in sprinting events.
Auryn Goodridge is a British musician and songwriter born in 1987, known for her work in the electronic music genre. Auryn Quartero is a Mexican actress and model born in 1995, who has appeared in several telenovelas and films. Auryn Munoz is an American mixed martial artist and professional wrestler born in 1989, who has competed in various promotions, including the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
It is worth noting that while the name Auryn may be relatively new, its association with the beloved fantasy novel "The Neverending Story" has contributed to its growing popularity and recognition across various cultures and regions. The name's mystical and captivating connotations have resonated with many, leading to its adoption by individuals seeking a unique and enchanting name for their children.
People
Auryn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Auryn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Auryn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Auryn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 162 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Auryn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,115,768 US residents.
Is Auryn a common name?
We classify Auryn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 71.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 163 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Auryn most popular?
The single biggest year for Auryn was 2019, when 18 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Auryn is about 9 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Auryn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Auryn a male name?
Yes, 74.8% of people registered as Auryn in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Auryn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Auryn in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Auryn can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Auryn?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people share the name Auryn at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.