Augustus

Pronunciation: [ ahg-UHST-uhs ]

Boy Name #409 Most Popular Rising 4 Syllables

Emperor of Rome, hero of The Fault in Our Stars — call him Gus

Latin English German European

Classic Royal Sophisticated Literary Vintage

Meaning & Origin

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

Language: Latin

The Story of Augustus

Augustus comes from the Latin 'augustus', meaning 'great', 'majestic', or 'venerable', related to 'augere' (to increase, to favor). The Roman Senate bestowed the title 'Augustus' upon Gaius Octavius in 27 BC, making him the first Roman Emperor. The name subsequently became a title for Roman emperors and spread throughout European royal and aristocratic families.

Augustus is experiencing a strong renaissance in the 2010s-2020s as parents seek grand, substantial names with excellent nicknames (Gus, Auggie). The character Augustus Waters in John Green's novel The Fault in Our Stars (2012) significantly boosted the name's appeal with younger generations.

The 'Augustan Age' (27 BC-14 AD) under Emperor Augustus is considered the golden age of Roman civilization and Latin literature. Multiple Holy Roman Emperors and European kings used Augustus as a dynastic name for nearly 2,000 years.

Fun Facts

Augustus Caesar ruled Rome for 44 years (27 BC-14 AD), the longest reign of any Roman emperor
The month of August was renamed after Augustus Caesar
Augustus Waters in The Fault in Our Stars (2012) became one of literature's great romantic heroes

Augustus in Other Languages

Latin Augustus

French Auguste

German August

Italian Augusto

Spanish Augusto

Japanese アウグストゥス

Portuguese Augusto

Famous People Named Augustus

Augustus Caesar

Politician

First Roman Emperor, who transformed Rome from a republic to an empire; the Augustan Age is considered Rome's golden era

Augustus Waters Fictional

Other

Charming, philosophical teenage protagonist of John Green's The Fault in Our Stars (2012)

Augustus Gloop Fictional

Other

Chocolate-obsessed child in Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (1964)

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 4
Popularity Rank: #409
Total SSA Count: 787
Cultural Origins: Latin English German European
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Alternative Spellings

August #88 Augustine #553 Augustin #1817 Augusto #3269 Auguste #3547

Common Nicknames

Gus Auggie Aug

Pairs Well With

Augustus James Augustus Henry Augustus William Augustus Frederick Augustus Theodore Augustus Edmund Augustus Leopold

Sibling Names

Octavia Cornelius Valentina Leopold Beatrice Maximilian

Also a Girl Name

Augustus is also used as a girl name, ranked #70283.

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Similar Names

Augusta Augustine August Amos Gus Angus Augustine Augustin

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Frequently Asked Questions About Augustus

What does the name Augustus mean?

"favored by the gods" (from Latin). Augustus comes from the Latin 'augustus', meaning 'great', 'majestic', or 'venerable', related to 'augere' (to increase, to favor). The Roman Senate bestowed the title 'Augustus' upon Gaius Octavius in 27 BC, making him the first Roman Emperor. The name subsequently became a title for Roman emperors and spread throughout European royal and aristocratic families.

What is the origin of the name Augustus?

Augustus has Latin, English, German, and European origins. In Latin, it means "favored by the gods".

Is Augustus a boy or girl name?

Augustus is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #409. As a girl name, it is ranked #70283. Augustus is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Augustus?

Augustus is pronounced ahg-UHST-uhs.

How popular is the name Augustus?

Augustus is currently ranked #409 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Augustus?

Common nicknames for Augustus include Gus, Auggie, and Aug.

What are good middle names for Augustus?

Popular middle name pairings include Augustus James, Augustus Henry, Augustus William, Augustus Frederick, Augustus Theodore, Augustus Edmund, and Augustus Leopold.

What are good sibling names for Augustus?

Names that pair well with Augustus as siblings include Octavia, Cornelius, Valentina, Leopold, Beatrice, and Maximilian.

How many syllables does Augustus have?

Augustus has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Augustus a common or rare name?

Augustus is a popular name, ranked #409 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.

About the Name Augustus

Augustus is a boy name with Latin, English, German, and European origins . The name means "favored by the gods" in Latin .

Is Augustus a boy or girl name? Augustus is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #409 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #70,283. Augustus is more commonly used as a boy name.

Augustus is currently ranked #409 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Augustus has 4 syllables and is pronounced ahg-UHST-uhs, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Augustus include Gus, Auggie, and Aug. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Augustus include August, Augustine, Augustin, Augusto, Auguste . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.