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Best Etymology Dictionary Apps

246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
7 free apps
Updated August 2026

With an average user rating of 4.5β˜…, the etymology dictionary category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 246+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Etymology Dictionary Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Etymonline English DictionaryEtymonline English DictionaryFree4.9β˜… (11K)YesYesAug 2026
2Etymology Dictionary OfflineEtymology Dictionary OfflineFree3.7β˜… (21)NoNoMay 2026
3EtymologyExplorerEtymologyExplorerFree4.8β˜… (1.5K)NoYesAug 2026
4Oxford Dictionary & ThesaurusOxford Dictionary & ThesaurusFree4.6β˜… (29K)NoYesAug 2026
5Merriam-Webster DictionaryMerriam-Webster DictionaryFree4.8β˜… (324K)YesYesAug 2026
6Dictionary.com: English WordsDictionary.com: English WordsFree4.8β˜… (328K)YesNoAug 2026
7Etymology DictionaryEtymology Dictionary$14.99β€”NoNoMay 2026
8Italian Etymology DictionaryItalian Etymology Dictionary$1.99β€”NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Etymology Dictionary

Etymonline English Dictionary#1

Etymonline English Dictionary by ε΄‡δΌŸ 柳

Dictionary to Build Vocabulary
Editor's Choice
πŸ“š Education
4.9😊(11K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore the origins and history of English words with this comprehensive dictionary app. It offers instant search, related word suggestions, and an offline mode for premium users. Enhance your vocabulary and understanding of word roots.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Excellent app
  • πŸ‘ Comprehensive and well-researched
  • πŸ‘ Useful for understanding word origins
  • πŸ‘ Informative and insightful

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› App version has incomplete entries
  • πŸ”’ Privacy concerns with data collection
  • πŸ’° Subscription fees too high
EtymologyExplorer#3

EtymologyExplorer by Might Could Studios LLC

Explore words and their roots!
Worth Considering
πŸ“š Education
4.8😊(1.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Discover the fascinating origins and connections of words. This app provides visual maps of word roots, detailed etymologies, definitions, and audio pronunciations. Explore how seemingly unrelated words can share common ancestry.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Intuitive and user-friendly
  • πŸ” Comprehensive and detailed etymology information
  • 🌟 Visually appealing and well-designed
  • πŸ“š Helpful for language learning and vocabulary building

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Occasional bugs and crashes
  • πŸ” Limited database of words
  • πŸ’° Subscription model may be costly for some users

More Etymology Dictionary apps to explore

4
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Etymology & Offline Vocabulary
Free

Access a vast collection of dictionaries and thesauruses with definitions, pronunciations, and etymology. Features include offline access, advanced search options, and personalized word lists. Ideal for students, professionals, and word enthusiasts.

15 Oxford DictionariesThesaurus integrationAudio pronunciations
πŸ” Reference
(29K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
by Merriam-Webster, Inc.
Free

Access America's most respected dictionary, updated with new words and meanings. This app offers offline access, voice search, daily vocabulary challenges, and a thesaurus. It's designed for English language reference, education, and vocabulary enhancement.

Offline dictionary accessVoice search for wordsDaily Word of the Day
πŸ” Reference
(324K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary, Thesaurus, Vocab
Free

Access over 2 million trusted definitions and synonyms for English words. Enhance your vocabulary with daily new words, example sentences, and audio pronunciations. This app provides grammar tips and editorial content to deepen your understanding of the English language.

2 million+ definitions and synonymsWord of the DayExample sentences
πŸ” Reference
(328K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Etymology Dictionary
Etymology Dictionary
Etymology Dictionary
The way how a word comes
$14.99
πŸ“š Education
(0)
8
Italian Etymology Dictionary
Italian Etymology Dictionary
Italian Etymology Dictionary
etymology of Italian words
$1.99
πŸ” Reference
(0)
9
Dutch etymology dictionary
Dutch etymology dictionary
Dutch etymology dictionary
etymological dictionary
$1.99
πŸ” Reference
(0)
10
Latin Etymology Dictionary
Latin Etymology Dictionary
Latin Etymology Dictionary
Latin words, names, roots
$2.99
πŸ” Reference
(0)
11
German Etymology Dictionary
German Etymology Dictionary
German Etymology Dictionary
etymological dictionary
$2.99

Explore the origins and meanings of over 40,000 German words. This comprehensive dictionary offers detailed etymology, pronunciation, and cross-references, making it an invaluable tool for English speakers learning German. Create custom word lists and discover prefixes and suffixes.

Detailed etymology and originPronunciation guideCross-referenced entries
πŸ” Reference
(4)
paid
12
Khmer Etymology Dictionary
Khmer Etymology Dictionary
Khmer Etymology Dictionary
the origin of Khmer words
$2.99
πŸ” Reference
(0)
13
Gothic Etymology Dictionary
Gothic Etymology Dictionary
Gothic Etymology Dictionary
the origin of Gothic words
$2.99
πŸ” Reference
(0)
14
Morpheme Dictionary
Morpheme Dictionary
Morpheme Dictionary
by Alexander Stein
Free

Explore word origins and structures with a clean interface. This app offers over 1000 entries, including allomorphs, definitions, and usage examples, with continuous updates. It's ideal for quick lookups for writers and language enthusiasts.

Over 1000 entries (growing)Allomorphs and morpheme definitionsUsage examples
πŸ“š Education
(3)
free with in-app purchases
15
Sanskrit Etymology Dictionary
Sanskrit Etymology Dictionary
Sanskrit Etymology Dictionary
the origin of Sanskrit words
$2.99

Explore the origins of Sanskrit words with detailed etymology, meanings, and cross-references. This reference tool includes lessons with flashcards and a daily word learning feature to enhance vocabulary acquisition.

Detailed etymology and meaningCross-referenced entriesSynonym and antonym lookup
πŸ” Reference
(2)
paid
16
Persian Etymology Dictionary
Persian Etymology Dictionary
Persian Etymology Dictionary
the origin of Persian words
$2.99

Explore the origins of Persian words with detailed etymology and meanings. This reference tool offers cross-referencing, synonyms, antonyms, and derived terms to enhance vocabulary learning. It's ideal for students, teachers, and language enthusiasts interested in Persian linguistic development.

Detailed etymology and meaningCross-referencingSynonym and antonym lookup
πŸ” Reference
(1)
paid
17
Hindi Etymology Dictionary
Hindi Etymology Dictionary
Hindi Etymology Dictionary
the origin of Hindi words
$1.99

Explore the origins of Hindi words with a comprehensive etymology dictionary. Discover detailed meanings, pronunciations, and cross-references for over 9600 entries, aiding efficient vocabulary learning.

Over 9600 etymology entriesDetailed meanings and pronunciationCross-referencing between entries
πŸ” Reference
(1)
paid
18
Thai Etymology Dictionary
Thai Etymology Dictionary
Thai Etymology Dictionary
the origin of Thai words
$1.99
πŸ” Reference
(0)
19
Proto-Indo-European Dictionary
Proto-Indo-European Dictionary
Proto-Indo-European Dictionary
words and roots
$3.99
πŸ” Reference
(0)
20
Greek Etymology Dictionary
Greek Etymology Dictionary
Greek Etymology Dictionary
by Trang Hoai
$1.99

Explore the origins of Ancient Greek words with this comprehensive dictionary. It covers 2000 years of linguistic history, offering detailed etymologies, variants, and first attestation dates for over 7500 entries. Enhance your understanding of the Greek language and its vocabulary.

2000 years of Ancient Greek history7500+ revised etymologiesFirst attestation dates
πŸ” Reference
(1)
paid

FAQ about Etymology Dictionary

What are the best etymology dictionary apps for iPhone?
Etymonline English Dictionary tops our etymology dictionary apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 11K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 7 of the top etymology dictionary apps we rank are free to download, including Etymonline English Dictionary and Etymology Dictionary Offline.
Etymonline English Dictionary shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 246+ etymology dictionary apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides access to the complete Online Etymology Dictionary, allowing users to explore the origins and history of English words. It helps users understand word roots and improve their vocabulary through features like related word suggestions and instant search.
Key features include instantaneous search with spelling suggestions, the ability to find related words that share the same origin or root, and a universal app design for iPhones and iPads. Premium users also gain access to an offline dictionary and an ad-free experience.

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