Augustus vs Bowen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #322 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Owen"

Origin: Welsh

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Augustus Rank #409

Bowen Rank #322

Bowen is more popular, ranked #322 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Augustus or Bowen more popular?

Bowen is more popular, ranked #322 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Bowen mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Bowen means "son of Owen" (Welsh origin).

Are Augustus and Bowen boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Bowen is primarily a boy name.