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Bruce vs Augustine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bruce

Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#540
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bruce Rank #540
Augustine Rank #553

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 vs #553 for Augustine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bruce or Augustine more popular?

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 compared to Augustine at #553 in the United States.

What do Bruce and Augustine mean?

Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin). Augustine means "great, venerable, majestic" (Latin Augustus origin).

Are Bruce and Augustine boy or girl names?

Bruce is primarily a boy name. Augustine is primarily a boy name.

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