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Allen vs Augustine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allen

Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#574
Total SSA Count
497
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Allen Rank #574
Augustine Rank #553

Augustine is more popular, ranked #553 vs #574 for Allen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allen or Augustine more popular?

Augustine is more popular, ranked #553 compared to Allen at #574 in the United States.

What do Allen and Augustine mean?

Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin). Augustine means "great, venerable, majestic" (Latin Augustus origin).

Are Allen and Augustine boy or girl names?

Allen is primarily a boy name. Augustine is primarily a boy name.

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