August
August first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2025, when 3,958 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 3,958.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is August popular?
Near its peak August is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 20,323 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 15,827 | |
| 2000s | 3,859 | |
| 1990s | 2,153 | |
| 1980s | 1,153 | |
| 1970s | 1,044 | |
| 1960s | 1,234 | |
| 1950s | 1,841 | |
| 1940s | 2,434 | |
| 1930s | 3,208 | |
| 1920s | 5,277 | |
| 1910s | 4,869 | |
| 1900s | 1,245 | |
| 1890s | 1,703 | |
| 1880s | 2,012 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does August mean?
August comes from the Latin augustus, “great, venerable.”
Nicknames for August
- Gus
- Auggie
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name August mean?
August means Great, venerable. August comes from the Latin augustus, “great, venerable.”
What is the origin of the name August?
August is of Latin origin.
How do you pronounce August?
August is pronounced “AW-gust.”
Is August a boy or a girl name?
August is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is August a popular name right now?
August is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name August?
In 2025, August ranked #81 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name August most popular?
August was most popular in 2025, when about 3,958 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for August?
Common nicknames for August include Gus, Auggie.
What names are similar to August?
Names similar to August include Augustus, Felix, Julian, Leo.
What names go well with August?
Latin names that pair well with August include Mark, Emily, Olivia, Ava, Oliver.