August vs Emma

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
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 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

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose August

Felix Atticus Theodore Celeste Cordelia

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to August at #88 in the United States.

What do August and Emma mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are August and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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