August vs Elowen

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
Elowen Rank #900

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #900 for Elowen.

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

Elowen ___

  • Elowen Rose
  • Elowen Mae
  • Elowen Grace
  • Elowen Violet
  • Elowen Fern
  • Elowen Iris

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose August

Felix Atticus Theodore Celeste Cordelia

If you choose Elowen

Rowan Caspian Seren Jago Morwenna

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Elowen more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Elowen at #900 in the United States.

What do August and Elowen mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Elowen means "elm tree" (Cornish origin).

Are August and Elowen boy or girl names?

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

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