August

Meaning majestic, venerable
Origin Latin, Roman
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender August
Popularity Popular
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification Au-gust

About August

Distinguished and timeless, August evokes images of warmth, abundance, and natural majesty. This name has graced notable figures throughout history while never losing its fresh appeal. The single-syllable punch combined with its classical pedigree creates an interesting duality—simultaneously casual and refined. August works equally well in creative, academic, and professional spheres, adapting to the bearer's chosen path without constraint. There's an inherent confidence in choosing this name, a recognition that true distinction doesn't require embellishment. The seasonal association brings connotations of peak summer, harvest, and fulfillment, adding layers of positive imagery. August has experienced renewed popularity while maintaining enough individuality to avoid feeling common. It pairs beautifully with both traditional and modern middle names, offering flexibility in creating the perfect combination. The name ages exceptionally well, suiting a child, adolescent, and adult with equal grace. For parents drawn to names that balance heritage with contemporary sensibility, August delivers substance and style.

Variations of Name August

Augustine
Augustus
Augustin
Auguste

Nicknames for August

Gus
Auggie
August

Famous People Named August

Augustus CaesarRoman Emperor
August StrindbergSwedish playwright
Auguste RodinFrench sculptor
Auguste LumièreFrench inventor and filmmaker
August WilsonAmerican playwright
August MackeGerman Expressionist painter
August DerlethAmerican writer
August Hermann FranckeGerman theologian
August KroghDanish physiologist
August VollmerAmerican police chief
Augusto PinochetChilean dictator
Auguste ComteFrench philosopher
Augustus Baldwin LongstreetAmerican author
August von MackensenGerman Field Marshal
August CoppolaAmerican academic and author
August Belmont Jr.American financier
August BebelGerman socialist politician
Augusto BoalBrazilian theater director
Augusto Roa BastosParaguayan writer
August DvorakAmerican educational psychologist and typographer

Characters Named August

August PullmanWonder by R.J. Palacio
August WalkerMission - Impossible - Fallout
Augustus HillOz TV series
August "Auggie" ColeNancy Drew Mystery Stories
August "Gus" McCraeLonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry
August "Gus" WatersBreaking Bad TV series
Augustus "Gus" PortokalosMy Big Fat Greek Wedding
Augustus "Gus" St. CloudThe Death and Life of Charlie St. Cloud by Ben Sherwood
August "Augie" FarksRole Models
Augustus "Gus" KaneThe Kane Chronicles by Rick Riordan
Augustus "Gus" GrimlyFargo TV series
Augustus "Gus" PikeRoad to Avonlea TV series
Augustus "Gus" McRaeLonesome Dove TV series
August "Auggie" WrenSmoke by Paul Auster
Augustus "Gus" LagannGurren Lagann anime series
August "Gus" GrimlyFargo TV series
Augustus "Gus" BonnerLuther TV series
Augustus "Gus" McCallumThe West Wing TV series
Augustus "Auggie" DukeOnce Upon a Time TV series

Other Popular Names Beginning with A

Archie
Ares
Alfonso
Ayden
Adonis
Adan
Ariel
Alvin
Asher
Ambrose