Kingston vs August

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Kingston Rank #178
August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #178 for Kingston.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingston or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Kingston at #178 in the United States.

What do Kingston and August mean?

Kingston means "king's town" (Old English origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Kingston and August boy or girl names?

Kingston is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.

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