Emmett vs August

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emmett

Boy #119 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong, mighty"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

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Emmett Rank #119

August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #119 for Emmett.

Is Emmett or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Emmett at #119 in the United States.

What do Emmett and August mean?

Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Emmett and August boy or girl names?

Emmett is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.