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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Majestic and venerable
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- aw-GUS-tus
Augustus is a Latin name meaning majestic and venerable, pronounced aw-GUS-tus. It's a timeless, classic name with a vintage soul, and Social Security Administration records show it's been given to baby boys in the United States continuously from 1880 through 2024. If you want a name with a clear, dignified meaning and over 140 years of recorded use, Augustus fits that description.
Meaning & Origin of Augustus
Meaning: Majestic and venerable.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Augustus
aw-GUS-tusIPA /ɔːˈɡʌstəs/
Popularity of Augustus
Augustus hit its peak popularity in 1880, ranking #175 with 74 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped to #408 in the rankings, though it was actually given to more babies that year — 787.
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FAQ
What does the name Augustus mean?
Majestic and venerable. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Augustus?
Augustus is pronounced aw-GUS-tus (IPA: /ɔːˈɡʌstəs/).
Is Augustus a popular name right now?
Augustus peaked at #175 in 1880 and is ranked #408 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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