Augustus vs Julius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #390 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"of the Julian clan, youthful"

Origin: Latin

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Augustus Rank #409

Julius Rank #390

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Augustus or Julius more popular?

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Julius mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin).

Are Augustus and Julius boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Julius is primarily a boy name.