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August vs Malakai

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
Malakai Rank #233

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #233 for Malakai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Malakai more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Malakai at #233 in the United States.

What do August and Malakai mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Malakai means "my messenger, my angel" (Hebrew origin).

Are August and Malakai boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Malakai is primarily a boy name.

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