Brian vs Augustus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brian

Boy #301 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble, high"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Brian Rank #301

Augustus Rank #409

Brian is more popular, ranked #301 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Brian or Augustus more popular?

Brian is more popular, ranked #301 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Brian and Augustus mean?

Brian means "noble, high" (Celtic origin). Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin).

Are Brian and Augustus boy or girl names?

Brian is primarily a boy name. Augustus is primarily a boy name.