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August vs Isaac

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
Isaac Rank #40

Isaac is more popular, ranked #40 vs #88 for August.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Isaac more popular?

Isaac is more popular, ranked #40 compared to August at #88 in the United States.

What do August and Isaac mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Isaac means "He will laugh; laughter" (Hebrew origin).

Are August and Isaac boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Isaac is primarily a boy name.

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