Augustus vs August

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

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Augustus Rank #409

August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Augustus or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and August mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Augustus and August boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.