Names Starting With A
BoyLatin#58 in 2025
August
August is a boys' name of Latin origin meaning “Great, magnificent, venerable.” It ranked #58 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
AW-guhst
Meaning & Origin
The name August means “Great, magnificent, venerable.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
From Augustus, the first Roman emperor. Also a month name. Mandy Moore and Princess Eugenie both chose August for their sons.
Popularity Over Time
#702023
#622024
#582025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #58 |
| 2024 | #62 |
| 2023 | #70 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named August
- Augustus Caesar
- August Wilson
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