Augustus vs Saul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #560 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"asked for, prayed for"

Origin: Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל)

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Augustus Rank #409

Saul Rank #560

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 vs #560 for Saul.

Is Augustus or Saul more popular?

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 compared to Saul at #560 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Saul mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin).

Are Augustus and Saul boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Saul is primarily a boy name.