Augustus vs Damien

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

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Augustus Rank #409

Damien Rank #345

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Augustus or Damien more popular?

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Damien mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin).

Are Augustus and Damien boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Damien is primarily a boy name.