Rory vs August

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

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Rory Rank #226

August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #226 for Rory.

Is Rory or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Rory and August mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Rory and August boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.