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August vs Jason

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
Jason Rank #148

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #148 for Jason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Jason more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Jason at #148 in the United States.

What do August and Jason mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin).

Are August and Jason boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Jason is primarily a boy name.

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