About the Augustin Surname

Many Augustin families will find their roots under Austin, the form most records use. It grew out of a personal name: “From Augustine”.

How the spelling arose

Augustin is listed among the recognised spellings of Austin. Local scribes, dialects and emigration all left their mark on how the name was written. Related forms: Austen and Austine.

Heraldry and the Augustin name

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Austin surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon.

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