Girl
Augusta
magnificent, venerable
About Augusta
Augusta commands respect through its classical foundations while offering surprising versatility in modern contexts. The name's rich historical associations provide depth and substance rarely found in contemporary alternatives, connecting your daughter to a legacy of strength and dignity across civilizations.
Despite its traditional roots, Augusta offers delightful nickname options—from the playful "Gus" or "Gussie" for childhood to the sophisticated "Auggie" or "Augusta" in full form for professional settings.
The steady rhythm of the three syllables creates a satisfying cadence when spoken, with the stress pattern offering a natural emphasis that ensures the name will be both noticed and remembered.
In an educational context, Augusta suggests intellectual curiosity and academic potential without imposing undue expectations—a subtle advantage throughout the academic journey.
Popularity of the Name Augusta
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #113 |
| 1881 | #113 |
| 1882 | #113 |
| 1883 | #108 |
| 1884 | #117 |
| 1885 | #118 |
| 1886 | #120 |
| 1887 | #127 |
| 1888 | #131 |
| 1889 | #132 |
| 1890 | #130 |
| 1891 | #139 |
| 1892 | #143 |
| 1893 | #151 |
| 1894 | #157 |
| 1895 | #154 |
| 1896 | #165 |
| 1897 | #179 |
| 1898 | #185 |
| 1899 | #185 |
| 1900 | #200 |
| 1901 | #185 |
| 1902 | #214 |
| 1903 | #205 |
| 1904 | #222 |
| 1905 | #210 |
| 1906 | #239 |
| 1907 | #226 |
| 1908 | #268 |
| 1909 | #268 |
| 1910 | #288 |
| 1911 | #281 |
| 1912 | #288 |
| 1913 | #300 |
| 1914 | #323 |
| 1915 | #304 |
| 1916 | #328 |
| 1917 | #349 |
| 1918 | #347 |
| 1919 | #381 |
| 1920 | #380 |
| 1921 | #400 |
| 1922 | #426 |
| 1923 | #423 |
| 1924 | #449 |
| 1925 | #473 |
| 1926 | #483 |
| 1927 | #522 |
| 1928 | #558 |
| 1929 | #599 |
| 1930 | #557 |
| 1931 | #586 |
| 1932 | #606 |
| 1933 | #551 |
| 1934 | #672 |
| 1935 | #665 |
| 1936 | #723 |
| 1937 | #724 |
| 1938 | #846 |
| 1939 | #775 |
| 1940 | #808 |
| 1941 | #756 |
| 1942 | #823 |
| 1943 | #832 |
| 1944 | #971 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Augusta
Names Similar to Augusta
Nicknames for Augusta
- Auggie
- Gus
- Gusta
- Gusty
