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Jonas vs Augustus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jonas

Boy #557 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dove"

Origin: Hebrew Yonah (יוֹנָה)

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian Lithuanian Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#557
Total SSA Count
531
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jonas Rank #557
Augustus Rank #409

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 vs #557 for Jonas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonas or Augustus more popular?

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 compared to Jonas at #557 in the United States.

What do Jonas and Augustus mean?

Jonas means "dove" (Hebrew Yonah (יוֹנָה) origin). Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin).

Are Jonas and Augustus boy or girl names?

Jonas is primarily a boy name. Augustus is primarily a boy name.

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