Alan 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
Nicknames
Auggie, Gus

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alan Rank #167
August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #167 for Alan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alan ___

  • Alan James
  • Alan Robert
  • Alan Edward
  • Alan Thomas
  • Alan William
  • Alan Christopher

August ___

  • August James
  • August William
  • August Cole
  • August Everett
  • August Thomas
  • August Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alan

Brian Kevin Margaret Patricia Mark

If you choose August

Felix Atticus Theodore Celeste Cordelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alan or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Alan and August mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Alan and August boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.

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