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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Venerable, majestic (feminine form of Augustus)
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- aw-GUS-tuh
Augusta is the feminine form of Augustus, and it carries the Latin meaning "venerable, majestic." Social Security has been tracking the name since 1880, so there's over a century of data on how often American parents have chosen it. If you're drawn to a name with a clear, dignified meaning rather than a currently trendy one, Augusta is worth a look.
Meaning & Origin of Augusta
Meaning: Venerable, majestic (feminine form of Augustus).
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Augusta
aw-GUS-tuhIPA /ɔːˈɡʌstə/
Popularity of Augusta
Augusta reached its most popular point in 1883, ranking #108 with 213 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #3076 with only 52 babies, making it a name that was far more common in the late 1800s than it is today.
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FAQ
What does the name Augusta mean?
Venerable, majestic (feminine form of Augustus). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Augusta?
Augusta is pronounced aw-GUS-tuh (IPA: /ɔːˈɡʌstə/).
Is Augusta a popular name right now?
Augusta peaked at #108 in 1883 and is ranked #3076 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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