August vs Hunter

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
Hunter Rank #128

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #128 for Hunter.

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

Hunter ___

  • Hunter James
  • Hunter Cole
  • Hunter Reid
  • Hunter Blake
  • Hunter Scott
  • Hunter Grey

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose August

Felix Atticus Theodore Celeste Cordelia

If you choose Hunter

Chase Wyatt Sawyer Parker Harley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Hunter more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Hunter at #128 in the United States.

What do August and Hunter mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Hunter means "huntsman, pursuer" (Middle English origin).

Are August and Hunter boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Hunter is primarily a boy name.

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