August vs Jeremiah

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

Popularity Comparison

August Rank #88
Jeremiah Rank #93

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #93 for Jeremiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Jeremiah more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Jeremiah at #93 in the United States.

What do August and Jeremiah mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Jeremiah means "God will uplift, exalt" (Hebrew (Yirmeyahu) origin).

Are August and Jeremiah boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Jeremiah is primarily a boy name.

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