🇦🇹 Austria
638
Total names
324
Male names
314
Female names
Naming Rules
Similar rules to Germany
Austria follows naming principles similar to Germany. The Standesamt reviews each name at registration.
Must be recognizable as a first name
The name must be an established first name, not a surname, brand, or object.
Must not harm the child
Names that could cause ridicule or harm to the child's welfare are rejected.
Gender identification expected
Names should generally indicate the child's sex.
Legal basis: Personenstandsgesetz 2013 (Civil Status Act) and ABGB (General Civil Code).
Authority: Standesamt (civil registry office)
Popular Names in Austria
Top 15 Boy Names
1.Paul
2.Jakob
3.David
4.Felix
5.Elias
6.Maximilian
7.Tobias
8.Jonas
9.Noah
10.Lukas
11.Leon
12.Alexander
13.Moritz
14.Liam
15.Emil
Top 15 Girl Names
1.Emma
2.Anna
3.Marie
4.Lena
5.Mia
6.Laura
7.Valentina
8.Johanna
9.Sophie
10.Emilia
11.Lina
12.Lea
13.Clara
14.Sarah
15.Elena
Registering a baby name in Austria
Deadline
1 week after birth
Processing
1-7 days
Fee
Free (approx. €60 for disputed names)
Appeal to
Landesverwaltungsgericht
Austria allows multiple first names. Parents often choose a modern first name and a traditional second name as a compromise if the registrar has doubts about the primary choice.
Traditional Austrian names
Austrian naming traditions echo both Catholic and imperial Habsburg heritage — names like Maximilian, Theresa, Franz and Leopold remain culturally resonant, often given as second or third middle names.
Examples of names refused or restricted
While Austria accepts most well-known names, the Standesamt has refused or restricted the following types:
- Lucifer — judged harmful to the welfare of the child
- Jesus — not accepted as a standalone first name in Austria
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to register a baby name in Austria?
Parents must declare the name at the Standesamt within 1 week after birth. Processing typically takes 1-7 days. The standard fee is Free (approx. €60 for disputed names).
What names are rejected in Austria?
Refusals are rare but not unknown. Examples include: Lucifer (judged harmful to the welfare of the child); Jesus (not accepted as a standalone first name in Austria). The core principle is that no name may harm or humiliate the child.
Can foreign parents use a non-Austrian name?
Yes. Foreign-origin names are generally accepted in Austria, provided they can be written in the local alphabet and do not conflict with the rules above. Parents from abroad may be asked to show their own passport or the child's prior documents as supporting evidence.
What can I do if the registrar refuses my chosen name?
You can appeal the decision before the Landesverwaltungsgericht. In practice, submitting evidence of historical use (saints, writers, previous bearers of the name) or a minor adaptation of spelling usually resolves the case.
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Check a Name →Last updated: April 2026. For informational purposes only. Always consult your local Standesamt for definitive answers.