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Dorian vs Augustus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dorian

Boy #539 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Dorus, Dorian Greek"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#539
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dorian Rank #539
Augustus Rank #409

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 vs #539 for Dorian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dorian or Augustus more popular?

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 compared to Dorian at #539 in the United States.

What do Dorian and Augustus mean?

Dorian means "descendant of Dorus, Dorian Greek" (Greek origin). Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin).

Are Dorian and Augustus boy or girl names?

Dorian is primarily a boy name. Augustus is primarily a boy name.

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