Best Etymology Online Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
12 free apps
Updated September 2026

If you already know Etymonline English Dictionary, this is the deeper bench. 249+ etymology online apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of September 2026.

Compare top Etymology Online Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Etymonline English DictionaryEtymonline English DictionaryFree4.9★ (12K)YesYesSep 2026
2Etymology: Word OriginsEtymology: Word OriginsFree was $0.995.0★ (5)YesNoSep 2026
3Etymology Dictionary OfflineEtymology Dictionary OfflineFree3.7★ (21)NoNoMay 2026
4Merriam-Webster DictionaryMerriam-Webster DictionaryFree4.8★ (324K)YesYesSep 2026
5EtymologyExplorerEtymologyExplorerFree4.8★ (1.5K)NoYesSep 2026
6Word Radicals: EtymologyWord Radicals: EtymologyFree5.0★ (3)NoNoSep 2026
7Modern English EtymologyModern English Etymology$3.99NoNoAug 2026
8Latin Etymology DictionaryLatin Etymology Dictionary$2.99NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Etymology Online

Etymonline English Dictionary#1

Etymonline English Dictionary by 崇伟 柳

Dictionary to Build Vocabulary
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
4.9😊(12K 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

  • 🚀 Excellent app
  • 👍 Comprehensive and well-researched
  • 👍 Useful for understanding word origins
  • 👍 Informative and insightful
  • 👍 Straightforward and easy to use
  • 👍 Helpful for language learners
  • 👍 Authoritative and reliable
  • 👍 Indispensable resource

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App version has incomplete entries
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
  • 💰 Subscription fees too high

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FAQ about Etymology Online

What are the best etymology online apps for iPhone?
Etymonline English Dictionary tops our etymology online apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 12K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 12 of the top etymology online apps we rank are free to download, including Etymonline English Dictionary and Etymology: Word Origins.
Etymonline English Dictionary shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 249+ etymology online apps on the iOS App Store as of September 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.