August vs Owen

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
Owen Rank #26

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 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

Owen ___

  • Owen James
  • Owen Thomas
  • Owen Patrick
  • Owen Lee
  • Owen Alexander
  • Owen Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose August

Felix Atticus Theodore Celeste Cordelia

If you choose Owen

Liam Nora Declan Fiona Caleb

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Owen more popular?

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 compared to August at #88 in the United States.

What do August and Owen mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Owen means "young warrior" (Welsh origin).

Are August and Owen boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Owen is primarily a boy name.

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