Name Profile
Augustus
“Great or magnificent” — Ancient Roman
About Augustus
Augustus is a grand and powerful boy's name of Ancient Roman origin, carrying the impressive meaning of 'great or magnificent'. Once worn by emperors, this distinguished name offers a sense of enduring strength and historical weight. Despite its formal roots, it perfectly lends itself to friendly nicknames like August or Gus.
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Popularity in the U.S.
Augustus ranks #408 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 787 births..
Augustus popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Augustus had 787 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 74 | #175 |
| 1882 | 65 | #197 |
| 1885 | 69 | #190 |
| 2021 | 661 | #457 |
| 2022 | 659 | #466 |
| 2023 | 614 | #486 |
| 2024 | 787 | #408 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Augustus James
- Augustus Alexander
- Augustus Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Augustus mean?
Augustus is commonly linked to the meaning Great or magnificent and is associated with Ancient Roman roots.
Is Augustus a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Augustus ranks #408 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 787 births..
What are common nicknames for Augustus?
Popular nicknames include Augu, Aug, Augie, Augy, Gustus.