Augustus vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #397 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin (Gaius)

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Augustus Rank #409

Jay Rank #397

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Augustus or Jay more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Jay mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Augustus and Jay boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.