"great, venerable, majestic"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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"consecrated, increased"
Origin: Latin augere
Language: Latin
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The Story of Augustina
Augustina is the feminine form of Augustinus, which derives from the Latin 'augustus' meaning great, venerable, or consecrated. The root 'augere' means to increase or augment. The name was famously borne by Saint Augustine of Hippo (354–430 AD), one of the most influential theologians in Western Christianity, whose legacy spread the name throughout Catholic Europe. Augustina was widely used in the Catholic world from the medieval period onward.
Augustina has maintained quiet popularity in Catholic-influenced countries like Italy, Spain, Poland, and Brazil across the centuries. It experienced mild revival in the early 21st century alongside other stately, vintage names like Augusta and Augustin.
In Spain and Latin America, Augustina carries strong historical weight — Agustina de Aragón (1786–1857) was a heroic Spanish artillery fighter known as the 'Maid of Saragossa,' celebrated in a famous painting by Francisco Goya.
Historical Record
Augustina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,217 babies have been named Augustina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Augustina is past its peak , currently ranked #6,607 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Agustina de Aragón became a national heroine of Spain during the Peninsular War (1808–14) and was immortalized by Goya
- The root 'augustus' was the honorific title of Roman emperors, making this name carry imperial weight
- Saint Augustine's 'Confessions' (397 AD) is considered one of the first autobiographies in Western literature
Augustina in Other Languages
German
Augustina
Polish
Augustyna
Italian
Agostina
Spanish
Agustina
Portuguese
Agostinha
Popularity Over Time
#6,607
Current Rank
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Peaked 1951
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Augustina
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Augustina Bessa-Luís
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1786
Spanish heroine of the Peninsular War, known as the 'Maid of Saragossa' and immortalized by Francisco Goya
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Augustina (fictional) Fictional
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Name borne by aristocratic characters in European historical fiction, evoking grandeur and tradition
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #6,607
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish Portuguese Polish German
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Tina
Gussie
Aggie
Augie
Gusta
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Frequently Asked Questions About Augustina
What does the name Augustina mean?
"great, venerable, majestic" (from Latin). "consecrated, increased" (from Latin augere). Augustina is the feminine form of Augustinus, which derives from the Latin 'augustus' meaning great, venerable, or consecrated. The root 'augere' means to increase or augment. The name was famously borne by Saint Augustine of Hippo (354–430 AD), one of the most influential theologians in Western Christianity, whose legacy spread the name throughout Catholic Europe. Augustina was widely used in the Catholic world from the medieval period onward.
What is the origin of the name Augustina?
Augustina has Latin, Latin augere, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Polish, and German origins. In Latin, it means "great, venerable, majestic". In Latin augere, it means "consecrated, increased".
Is Augustina a boy or girl name?
Augustina is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Augustina?
Augustina is currently ranked #6607 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Augustina?
Common nicknames for Augustina include Tina, Gussie, Aggie, Augie, and Gusta.
What are good middle names for Augustina?
Popular middle name pairings include Augustina Marie, Augustina Rose, Augustina Cecile, Augustina Claire, Augustina Louise, Augustina Helena, and Augustina Victoria.
What are good sibling names for Augustina?
Names that pair well with Augustina as siblings include Maximiliana, Leopoldina, Clementine, Cornelius, Fabian, Valentina, and Seraphina.
How many syllables does Augustina have?
Augustina has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Augustina a common or rare name?
Augustina is an uncommon name, ranked #6607 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Augustina
Augustina is a girl name with Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Polish, and German origins . The name means "great, venerable, majestic" in Latin .
Augustina is currently ranked #6,607 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Augustina has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Augustina include Tina, Gussie, Aggie, Augie, and Gusta. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Augustina include August, Augusta, Augustine . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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