Finn vs August

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Finn

Boy #198 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fair, white, bright"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#198
Total SSA Count
1,791
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

August

Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#88
Total SSA Count
3,876
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Finn Rank #198
August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #198 for Finn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Finn or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Finn at #198 in the United States.

What do Finn and August mean?

Finn means "fair, white, bright" (Old Irish origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Finn and August boy or girl names?

Finn is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.

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