Boy
Augustus
majestic, venerable
About Augustus
Distinguished and timeless, this name speaks to families who appreciate classical elegance and historical depth. Augustus projects authority and intelligence, conjuring images of great leaders and thinkers throughout history. The formal quality doesn't diminish its wearability; many Augustus bearers adopt friendly nicknames like Gus or Auggie for everyday use while retaining the impressive full version for formal occasions. This flexibility makes the name remarkably practical despite its grandeur. Augustus demonstrates excellent aging potential, transitioning seamlessly from childhood through professional life. The name suggests someone destined for accomplishment, carrying inherent gravitas that commands respect. For parents who value education, culture, and achievement, Augustus represents an ideal choice. The Latin roots provide international recognition while maintaining distinctiveness in modern contexts. This selection indicates parental sophistication and a desire to give their child a name with genuine substance and enduring appeal.
Popularity of the Name Augustus
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #175 | ||
| 1881 | #215 | ||
| 1882 | #197 | ||
| 1883 | #205 | ||
| 1884 | #204 | ||
| 1885 | #190 | ||
| 1886 | #222 | ||
| 1887 | #222 | ||
| 1888 | #218 | ||
| 1889 | #284 | ||
| 1890 | #259 | ||
| 1891 | #260 | ||
| 1892 | #257 | ||
| 1893 | #226 | ||
| 1894 | #253 | ||
| 1895 | #254 | ||
| 1896 | #249 | ||
| 1897 | #254 | ||
| 1898 | #255 | ||
| 1899 | #315 | ||
| 1900 | #312 | ||
| 1901 | #295 | ||
| 1902 | #288 | ||
| 1903 | #401 | ||
| 1904 | #288 | ||
| 1905 | #300 | ||
| 1906 | #425 | ||
| 1907 | #331 | ||
| 1908 | #413 | ||
| 1909 | #357 | ||
| 1910 | #337 | ||
| 1911 | #389 | ||
| 1912 | #374 | ||
| 1913 | #396 | ||
| 1914 | #383 | ||
| 1915 | #423 | ||
| 1916 | #470 | ||
| 1917 | #466 | ||
| 1918 | #461 | ||
| 1919 | #444 | ||
| 1920 | #474 | ||
| 1921 | #468 | ||
| 1922 | #480 | ||
| 1923 | #453 | ||
| 1924 | #495 | ||
| 1925 | #475 | ||
| 1926 | #518 | ||
| 1927 | #486 | ||
| 1928 | #500 | ||
| 1929 | #587 | ||
| 1930 | #546 | ||
| 1931 | #562 | ||
| 1932 | #470 | ||
| 1933 | #588 | ||
| 1934 | #576 | ||
| 1935 | #575 | ||
| 1936 | #566 | ||
| 1937 | #605 | ||
| 1938 | #571 | ||
| 1939 | #637 | ||
| 1940 | #616 | ||
| 1941 | #671 | ||
| 1942 | #598 | ||
| 1943 | #639 | ||
| 1944 | #630 | ||
| 1945 | #641 | ||
| 1946 | #623 | ||
| 1947 | #714 | ||
| 1948 | #660 | ||
| 1949 | #706 | ||
| 1950 | #777 | ||
| 1951 | #725 | ||
| 1952 | #670 | ||
| 1953 | #730 | ||
| 1954 | #726 | ||
| 1955 | #772 | ||
| 1956 | #897 | ||
| 1957 | #782 | ||
| 1958 | #957 | ||
| 1959 | #897 | ||
| 1960 | #995 | ||
| 1961 | #927 | ||
| 1963 | #930 | ||
| 1964 | #958 | ||
| 1965 | #898 | ||
| 1966 | #942 | ||
| 1967 | #933 | ||
| 1970 | #989 | ||
| 1991 | #870 | ||
| 1992 | #889 | ||
| 1993 | #893 | ||
| 1994 | #863 | ||
| 1995 | #859 | ||
| 1996 | #943 | ||
| 1997 | #960 | #809 | |
| 1998 | #924 | ||
| 1999 | #934 | #991 | |
| 2000 | #957 | #875 | |
| 2001 | #881 | ||
| 2002 | #842 | #973 | |
| 2003 | #851 | ||
| 2004 | #841 | ||
| 2005 | #775 | #907 | |
| 2006 | #824 | ||
| 2007 | #793 | ||
| 2008 | #791 | ||
| 2009 | #795 | ||
| 2010 | #769 | ||
| 2011 | #768 | ||
| 2012 | #696 | ||
| 2013 | #693 | ||
| 2014 | #545 | ||
| 2015 | #465 | #744 | |
| 2016 | #457 | #678 | |
| 2017 | #422 | #518 | |
| 2018 | #460 | #685 | |
| 2019 | #465 | #645 | |
| 2020 | #499 | #717 | |
| 2021 | #457 | #558 | |
| 2022 | #466 | #507 | |
| 2023 | #486 | #904 | #578 |
| 2024 | #409 | #882 | #602 |
| 2025 | #407 | #510 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Canada
Variations of Name Augustus
Names Similar to Augustus
Nicknames for Augustus
- Gus
- Auggie
- Gust
- August
- Gussy
Famous People Named Augustus
| Augustus Caesar | First Roman Emperor |
| Augustus John | Welsh painter |
| Augustus Pugin | English architect |
| Augustus Baldwin Longstreet | American author |
| Augustus Saint-Gaudens | American sculptor |
| Augustus De Morgan | British mathematician |
| Augustus Pitt-Rivers | British archaeologist |
| Augustus Leopold Egg | English painter |
| Augustus Owsley Stanley | American politician |
| Augustus Edwin John | Welsh artist |
| Augustus Henry Lane Fox Pitt Rivers | British archaeologist |
| Augustus Egg | English painter |
| Augustus Charles Hobart-Hampden | British politician |
| Augustus Wollaston Franks | British antiquary |
| Augustus John Cuthbert Hare | English writer |
| Augustus Edward Jessopp | English clergyman and historian |
| Augustus Pitt Rivers | English army officer and ethnologist |
| Augustus Hill Garland | American lawyer and politician |
| Augustus Montague Summers | English author |
| Augustus Tulk | Canadian politician |
Characters Named Augustus
| Augustus Gloop | "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by Roald Dahl |
| Augustus "Cole Train" Cole | "Gears of War" video game series |
| Augustus "Gus" Waters | "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green |
| Augustus Hill | "Oz" TV series |
| Augustus "Gus" McCrae | "Lonesome Dove" by Larry McMurtry |
| Augustus Waters | "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green |
| Augustus Sinclair | "Bioshock 2" video game |
| Augustus "Gus" Grimly | "Fargo" TV series |
| Augustus "Gus" Pike | "Road to Avonlea" TV series |
| Augustus May Who | "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" by Dr. Seuss |
| Augustus "Gus" Duncz | "Ace Lightning" TV series |
| Augustus "Gus" Bonner | "Even Stevens" TV series |