Augustus vs Rufus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #4,188 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red-haired, auburn-haired"

Origin: Latin

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Augustus Rank #409

Rufus Rank #4,188

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 vs #4188 for Rufus.

Is Augustus or Rufus more popular?

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 compared to Rufus at #4188 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Rufus mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Rufus means "red-haired, auburn-haired" (Latin origin).

Are Augustus and Rufus boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Rufus is primarily a boy name.