August vs Skyla

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

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Skyla

Girl #849 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sky, heavens"

Origin: American/English

Cultural Roots

American English Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#849
Total SSA Count
318
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Sky, Skye

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

August Rank #88
Skyla Rank #849

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #849 for Skyla.

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

Skyla ___

  • Skyla Rose
  • Skyla Mae
  • Skyla Grace
  • Skyla Lynn
  • Skyla Claire
  • Skyla Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose August

Felix Atticus Theodore Celeste Cordelia

If you choose Skyla

Luna Nova River Kai Zara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Skyla more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Skyla at #849 in the United States.

What do August and Skyla mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Skyla means "sky, heavens" (American/English origin).

Are August and Skyla boy or girl names?

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

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