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August vs Evan

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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Evan

Boy #143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Welsh form of John

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#143
Total SSA Count
2,526
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

August Rank #88
Evan Rank #143

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #143 for Evan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Evan more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Evan at #143 in the United States.

What do August and Evan mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are August and Evan boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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