August
August is a boy name of Latin origin meaning “Great, magnificent”, pronounced AW-gust. It ranked #81 in the United States in 2025, given to 3,958 babies, and peaked at #74 in 1880. Common nicknames: Augie, Gus, Gussie.
How popular is August in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does August mean, and where does it come from?
August comes from the Latin "augustus" meaning "great, magnificent, venerable." It was a title bestowed upon Gaius Octavianus, the first Roman emperor, who became known as Augustus Caesar. The month of August was named in his honour. As a given name, August has a warm, literary quality — associated with writers like August Wilson and August Strindberg. It has recently climbed the charts, partly boosted by celebrity usage such as Mandy Moore and Princess Eugenie naming their sons August.
How is August used around the world?
August is used in 7 languages worldwide, with 23+ international variants.
Female FormAuguste
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for August?
Famous People Named August
- Augustus Caesar — first Roman emperor
- August Wilson — Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright
- August Alsina — American singer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name August mean?
August is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "Great, magnificent." August comes from the Latin "augustus" meaning "great, magnificent, venerable." It was a title bestowed upon Gaius Octavianus, the first Roman emperor, who became known as Augustus Caesar.
How do you pronounce August?
August is pronounced AW-gust. Common variations include Augustus, Auguste, Augusto.
Is August a boy name?
Yes, August is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Augie, Gus, Gussie.