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August vs Miles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miles

Boy #37 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, warrior"

Origin: Latin miles meaning soldier

Cultural Roots

English Latin Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#37
Total SSA Count
6,611
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

August Rank #88
Miles Rank #37

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 vs #88 for August.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Miles more popular?

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 compared to August at #88 in the United States.

What do August and Miles mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Miles means "soldier, warrior" (Latin miles meaning soldier origin).

Are August and Miles boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Miles is primarily a boy name.

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