August
Great, magnificent — a boy name of Latin origin
Popularity of 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.
Meaning & Origin of August
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.
August 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.
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.
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