"consecrated, revered"
Augustino
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Augustino is the Italian and Spanish variant of Augustine, derived from the Latin 'Augustus' meaning great, venerable, or consecrated. Augustus was a title of supreme honor in ancient Rome, bestowed upon Octavian (the first Roman Emperor) in 27 BCE. The name radiates Imperial grandeur — it was borne by saints, emperors, and philosophers across the ages. Saint Augustine of Hippo (354-430 AD), one of the most influential theologians in Western history, cemented this name's intellectual prestige.
While Augustine and Agustín have remained steady in Catholic communities, Augustino with its distinctive -ino suffix (a common Italian diminutive of endearment) has a warmer, more musical quality. It retains the name's classical gravitas while feeling approachable and affectionate — 'great one, little beloved.'
The Augustine tradition is deeply rooted in Catholic and European heritage. Saint Augustine's Confessions (397-400 AD) is one of the first great works of Western autobiography. The name has been borne by royalty across Portugal, Spain, and Italy, and remains associated with intellectual and spiritual greatness.
Historical Record
Augustino first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 269 babies have been named Augustino in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Augustino is past its peak , currently ranked #5,205 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saint Augustine of Hippo is considered one of the most important Church Fathers; his Confessions is one of the earliest autobiographies in Western literature
- The month of August is also derived from Augustus, the same Latin root
- Augustine, Texas is named after the patron saint of the city's early settlers
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #5,205
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish Portuguese Brazilian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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About the Name Augustino
Augustino is a boy name with Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Brazilian origins . The name means "consecrated, revered" in Latin .
Augustino is currently ranked #5,205 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Augustino has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Augustino include Augie, Gus, and Tino. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Augustino 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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