Anthony 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

Anthony Rank #44
August Rank #88

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 vs #88 for August.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Anthony ___

  • Anthony James
  • Anthony Michael
  • Anthony Robert
  • Anthony William
  • Anthony Joseph
  • Anthony Paul

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 Anthony

Michael Joseph Nicholas Maria Catherine

If you choose August

Felix Atticus Theodore Celeste Cordelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anthony or August more popular?

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 compared to August at #88 in the United States.

What do Anthony and August mean?

Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Anthony and August boy or girl names?

Anthony is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.

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