"great, venerable, majestic"
Origin: Latin
Language: French
Auguste
Pronunciation: [ AWG-uhst ]
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A French imperial name meaning great and venerable
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Meaning & Origin
"consecrated, revered"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Auguste
Auguste is the French and German form of Augustus, from the Latin augustus meaning great, venerable, or consecrated. The name was first made famous by Gaius Octavius, who became Caesar Augustus, the first Roman Emperor. The month of August was named in his honor. The name has been used by European royalty for centuries.
Auguste has been experiencing a renaissance in France and among Francophile parents worldwide as part of the broader vintage names revival. The trend toward old-fashioned European names has made Auguste feel both classic and fresh simultaneously.
In France and German-speaking countries, Auguste has been a distinguished name associated with nobility, artists, and intellectuals. It was the name of the famous sculptor Auguste Rodin, whose work transformed modern art.
Historical Record
Auguste first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 406 babies have been named Auguste in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Auguste is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,547 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The month of August was named after the Roman Emperor Augustus
- Auguste Rodin, creator of The Thinker, made this name synonymous with artistic genius
- Augustus means literally the exalted one in Latin
Auguste in Other Languages
Latin
Augustus
German
August
Polish
August
Italian
Augusto
Spanish
Augusto
Popularity Over Time
#3,547
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Auguste
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Auguste Lumiere
Engineer
1862
French inventor who, with his brother Louis, invented the cinematograph and motion pictures
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Auguste Renoir
Artist
1841
French Impressionist painter celebrated for his joyful scenes of everyday life
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Auguste Rodin
Artist
1840
French sculptor known for The Thinker, The Kiss, and the Gates of Hell
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,547
- Total SSA Count
- 32
- Cultural Origins
- French German European
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Gus
Augie
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Frequently Asked Questions About Auguste
What does the name Auguste mean?
"great, venerable, majestic" (from Latin). "consecrated, revered" (from Latin). Auguste is the French and German form of Augustus, from the Latin augustus meaning great, venerable, or consecrated. The name was first made famous by Gaius Octavius, who became Caesar Augustus, the first Roman Emperor. The month of August was named in his honor. The name has been used by European royalty for centuries.
What is the origin of the name Auguste?
Auguste has Latin, French, German, and European origins. In Latin, it means "great, venerable, majestic". In Latin, it means "consecrated, revered".
Is Auguste a boy or girl name?
Auguste is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3547. As a girl name, it is ranked #8660. Auguste is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Auguste?
Auguste is pronounced AWG-uhst.
How popular is the name Auguste?
Auguste is currently ranked #3547 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Auguste?
Common nicknames for Auguste include Gus and Augie.
What are good middle names for Auguste?
Popular middle name pairings include Auguste Henri, Auguste Louis, Auguste Felix, Auguste Marcel, Auguste Leon, and Auguste Emile.
What are good sibling names for Auguste?
Names that pair well with Auguste as siblings include Edmond, Cecile, Theo, Eloise, Felix, and Margot.
How many syllables does Auguste have?
Auguste has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Auguste a common or rare name?
Auguste is an uncommon name, ranked #3547 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Auguste
Auguste is a boy name with French, German, and European origins . The name means "great, venerable, majestic" in Latin .
Is Auguste a boy or girl name? Auguste is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,547 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #8,660. Auguste is more commonly used as a boy name.
Auguste is currently ranked #3,547 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Auguste has 2 syllables and is pronounced AWG-uhst, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Auguste include Gus and Augie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Auguste include August, Augustus, Augustine, Augustin, Augusto . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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