Augustus vs Major

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #581 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"greater, superior"

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Augustus Rank #409

Major Rank #581

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 vs #581 for Major.

Is Augustus or Major more popular?

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 compared to Major at #581 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Major mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Major means "greater, superior" (Latin origin).

Are Augustus and Major boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Major is primarily a boy name.