Augustus vs Holden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"deep valley; hollow valley"

Origin: Old English

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Augustus Rank #409

Holden Rank #281

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Augustus or Holden more popular?

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Holden mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Holden means "deep valley; hollow valley" (Old English origin).

Are Augustus and Holden boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Holden is primarily a boy name.