Augustus vs Edwin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

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Augustus Rank #409

Edwin Rank #383

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Augustus or Edwin more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Edwin mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Augustus and Edwin boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.