Tristan 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

Tristan Rank #267
August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #267 for Tristan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tristan or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Tristan at #267 in the United States.

What do Tristan and August mean?

Tristan means "tumult, noise" (Pictish/Celtic origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Tristan and August boy or girl names?

Tristan is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.

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