Augustus vs Damon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Augustus Rank #409

Damon Rank #456

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 vs #456 for Damon.

Is Augustus or Damon more popular?

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 compared to Damon at #456 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Damon mean?

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

Are Augustus and Damon boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Damon is primarily a boy name.