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August vs Romeo

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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Romeo

Boy #283 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"pilgrim to Rome; from Rome"

Origin: Italian/Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#283
Total SSA Count
1,188
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

August Rank #88
Romeo Rank #283

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #283 for Romeo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Romeo more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Romeo at #283 in the United States.

What do August and Romeo mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Romeo means "pilgrim to Rome; from Rome" (Italian/Latin origin).

Are August and Romeo boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Romeo is primarily a boy name.

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