AUGUST
The meaning of the unisex name August is REVERED, EXALTED.
Details on AUGUST:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Revered, exalted
- Popularity for Boy:
- 142nd in the USA (top 1%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 1,754th in the USA (top 5%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
3,876 births
AUGUST as a BOY in 2024
290 births
AUGUST as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of AUGUST:
The name August is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name August is: Introduced to Britian by the Hanoverians in the early 18th century, became popular until the beginning of the 20th century.
The name August is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name August is: Introduced to Britian by the Hanoverians in the early 18th century, became popular until the beginning of the 20th century.
The name August is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name August is: Latin Augustus, meaning majestic dignity, or venerable.
The name August is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name August is: Majestic dignity; grandeur. St. Augustine was the first Archbishop of Canterbury.
USA SSA birth(s) for AUGUST:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name AUGUST
AUGUST as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 3876 births |
| 2023 | 3454 births |
| 2022 | 3418 births |
| 2021 | 3158 births |
| 2020 | 2432 births |
| 2019 | 2387 births |
| 2018 | 2291 births |
| 2017 | 2041 births |
| 2016 | 2086 births |
| 2015 | 2085 births |
| 2014 | 1538 births |
| 2013 | 1042 births |
| 2012 | 946 births |
| 2011 | 718 births |
| 2010 | 646 births |
| 2009 | 650 births |
AUGUST as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 290 births |
| 2023 | 289 births |
| 2022 | 320 births |
| 2021 | 328 births |
| 2020 | 316 births |
| 2019 | 319 births |
| 2018 | 300 births |
| 2017 | 254 births |
| 2016 | 227 births |
| 2015 | 246 births |
| 2014 | 231 births |
| 2013 | 128 births |
| 2012 | 131 births |
| 2011 | 119 births |
| 2010 | 112 births |
| 2009 | 110 births |
About the name AUGUST
August, a name steeped in grandeur and warmth, originates from the Latin word "augustus," meaning "great" or "venerable." Traditionally bestowed upon those who embody strength and dignity, August carries a certain regal air, often associated with the richness of late summer when the sun lingers a little longer in the sky. This name has found a cherished place across various cultures and geographies: in the United States, it evokes a sense of timelessness and sophistication; in Germany and Austria, it is embraced for its classic charm; and in Italy, it resonates with a vibrant history, harkening back to the revered Roman Emperor Augustus. Symbolically, August signifies renewal and abundance, evoking images of harvests and the fullness of life. It is a name that suggests not just the warmth of summer days, but also the promise of enduring legacy, making it a beautiful choice for a child destined to leave a significant mark on the world.
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