August vs Charlotte

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

August Rank #88
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #88 for August.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

August ___

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

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose August

Felix Atticus Theodore Celeste Cordelia

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to August at #88 in the United States.

What do August and Charlotte mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are August and Charlotte boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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