Auryn
Primarily a boy's name of Welsh origin with 122 recorded births. Also given to 41 girls.
Meaning & Origin
Fewer than 122 Americans have ever been named Auryn. It first appeared in SSA records in 2009 and peaked modestly at 12 births in 2013 — rare enough to be distinctive, with just enough history to feel grounded.
In the most recent SSA release, Auryn ranks #9032 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Auryn is a boy's and girl's baby name of Welsh origin, derived from the Welsh word aur meaning 'gold.' Fans of Michael Ende's fantasy novel The Neverending Story will recognize Auryn as the name of the magical amulet at the story's heart — a detail that gives this name a golden, literary glow.
EtymologyShow more
Auryn first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 2009. A twenty-first-century entry, Auryn belongs to the newest generation of American names — often coined, blended, or borrowed from international sources.
Its Welsh classification suggests a path from welsh linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Auryn has 14+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2009.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 51 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 66 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 5 | — |
The Story of Auryn
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2013, Auryn is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Auryn are most likely born between 2009 and 2023.
How rare is Auryn?
Only about 1 in every 450,000 babies born in 2024 was named Auryn — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2009, peaked in the 2010s with 66 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Auryn by the numbers
- Would fill 3 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(14 years, 2009–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 | #9032 |
| 2023 | 11 | #7326 |
| 2022 | 10 | #7812 |
| 2021 | 10 | #7646 |
| 2020 | 12 | #6664 |
| 2019 | 9 | #8270 |
| 2018 | 9 | #8223 |
| 2017 | 9 | #8213 |
| 2015 | 7 | #9667 |
| 2014 | 7 | #9739 |
| 2013 | 12 | #6637 |
| 2011 | 6 | #10937 |
| 2010 | 7 | #9776 |
| 2009 | 5 | #12662 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Auryn as a Girl's Name
Though more common for boys, Auryn has a notable history as a girl's name too, with 41 births since 2011.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2009–2024