Rush vs August

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rush

Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Girl #910 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"consecrated, honored"

Origin: Latin

American German Scandinavian British

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Rush Rank #1,496

August Rank #910

August is more popular, ranked #910 vs #1496 for Rush.

Is Rush or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #910 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Rush and August mean?

Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin). August means "consecrated, honored" (Latin origin).

Are Rush and August boy or girl names?

Rush is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a girl name.