Girl
Latin
2 syllables
Autumn
AW-tum
/ˈɔːtəm/
"The harvest season" — a name of golden warmth, natural beauty, and rich depth
Autumn is a nature name of Latin origin, taken directly from the word for the third season of the year — a time of harvest, transformation, and warm golden beauty. The name evokes falling leaves, crisp air, and the cozy abundance of October. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the 20th century and has enjoyed strong popularity since the 1990s, beloved for its earthy warmth and the vivid, sensory imagery it conjures.
Quick Facts
Letters6
SyllablesAu · tumn
GenderGirl
OriginLatin
Root WordAutumnus
MeaningSeason of harvest
PopularityPopular
Peak Year2016
Trend
→ Stable
Nicknames
AutyAut
About the Name Autumn
Autumn means 'the fall season' and is taken directly from the English word for the third season of the year, which derives from Latin autumnus. The name evokes harvest, transition, warmth, and the rich golden beauty of October. As a name, it suggests someone with depth, warmth, and a grounded, earthy spirit.
Yes, Autumn has been consistently popular in the United States since the 1990s, regularly appearing in the top 80–100 girls' names. It reached peak popularity in the mid-2010s. The name is less common in the UK and Australia, where 'autumn' as a season name is well-known but less established as a given name.
Autumn is associated with warmth, creativity, and a grounded, nature-loving spirit. People named Autumn are often perceived as thoughtful, warm-hearted, and artistically inclined — someone who appreciates beauty in everyday things and brings a cozy, welcoming energy to every room. The seasonal association lends a sense of richness and depth.
Yes, Autumn belongs to the category of seasonal names along with Summer, Winter, and Spring. Of these, Summer and Autumn are by far the most commonly used as given names. Autumn has the advantage of sounding like a 'real' name while still carrying vivid seasonal imagery, making it both distinctive and thoroughly wearable.
Autumn's two clear syllables pair beautifully with short, nature-inspired or classic middles. Great options include Autumn Rose, Autumn Jade, Autumn Skye, Autumn Grace, and Autumn Faye. Nature middles like Autumn Ivy, Autumn Wren, or Autumn Brooke create a cohesive natural theme that feels intentional and lovely.
Autumn comes from the Latin autumnus, which may have Etruscan origins. It entered English via Old French automne in the 14th century. As a given name, Autumn is an English invention of the 20th century, part of the broader tradition of using season and nature words as personal names. It has no classical or medieval naming tradition to draw on, making it a genuinely modern name choice.
Personality of Autumn
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Autumn
Creativity
84%
Elegance
78%
Independence
80%
Intelligence
76%
Strength
74%
Warmth
92%
Famous People Named Autumn
A
Autumn Phillips
Canadian-born member of the British royal family, ex-wife of Peter Phillips
A
Autumn Reeser
American actress known for The O.C. and No Ordinary Family
A
Autumn de Wilde
American film director and photographer, director of Emma (2020)
A
Autumn Calabrese
American celebrity fitness trainer and author
Middle Names for Autumn
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Autumn
Autumn Rose
Autumn Grace
Autumn Jade
Autumn Skye
Autumn Elise
Autumn Faye
Autumn Pearl
Autumn Dawn
Autumn Wren
Autumn Ivy
Autumn Mae
Autumn Brooke
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History of Autumn
1300
The word 'autumn' enters Middle English from Latin autumnus via Old French
1900
Autumn begins appearing as a given name in English-speaking countries
1970
Name gains traction in the US amid a broader trend of seasonal and nature names
2010
Autumn reaches its peak popularity window, consistently ranking in the US top 80
Numerology & Symbolism of Autumn
9
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
7
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Libra
8
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Burnt Orange
💎
Lucky Stone
Topaz
🌸
Lucky Flower
Chrysanthemum
Autumn Around the World
How Autumn is written in different languages and scripts
أوتم
Arabic
オータム
Japanese
Отэм
Russian
오텀
Korean
奥顿
Chinese
Ότομ
Greek
ऑटम
Hindi
אוטם
Hebrew
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