UK boy's name
Auryn
A fantasy name derived from the Latin word "aurum" meaning gold.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Auryn is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Auryn popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2921, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 7 births.
This profile covers 75 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Auryn is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 80 living people in the UK are called Auryn. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Auryn ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 7 boys were registered as Auryn.
- • Auryn ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #727 in 2024.
- • About 80 living people in the UK are estimated to have Auryn as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2921
2024
Births in 2024
7
Latest year
Peak year
2024
7 births
Estimated living
80
2026
Meaning
What does Auryn mean?
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.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Auryn over time
The chart below shows babies named Auryn registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Auryn, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2024, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Auryn by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Auryn was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3673 | 15 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3734 | 31 | 7 |
| 2000s | #3420 | 23 | 6 |
| 1990s | #2901 | 6 | 2 |
Geography
Where Auryn is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Auryn. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Auryn ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #727 in 2024.
Across the UK
Auryn in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#727 in 2024
2 years of NRS records, 6 total registered
Related
Names similar to Auryn
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Auryn: questions and answers
How popular is the name Auryn in the UK right now?
In 2024, Auryn was ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Auryn most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 7 babies registered as Auryn in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Auryn?
A fantasy name derived from the Latin word "aurum" meaning gold.
How many people are called Auryn in the UK?
A total of 75 babies have been registered as Auryn across the 18 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 6 more in Scotland.
Where is Auryn most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Auryn ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #727 in 2024. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.