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August vs Andrew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

August

Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#88
Total SSA Count
3,876
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

August Rank #88
Andrew Rank #68

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #88 for August.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Andrew more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to August at #88 in the United States.

What do August and Andrew mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are August and Andrew boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Andrew is primarily a boy name.

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