August vs Rush

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

August

Girl #910 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"consecrated, honored"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

American English

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August Rank #910

Rush Rank #1,496

August is more popular, ranked #910 vs #1496 for Rush.

Is August or Rush more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #910 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do August and Rush mean?

August means "consecrated, honored" (Latin origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are August and Rush boy or girl names?

August is primarily a girl name. Rush is primarily a boy name.