August
Meaning: Great; venerable; majestic
Origin: Latin augustus — from augere (to increase, to honor), the title given to the first Roman Emperor
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #318
Total births: 92
History: August surged in the 2010s as a month-name in Australia. August is late winter in Australia — the last cold stretch before spring. August means the promise of Australian spring.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #94 |
| Babies named August in 2025 | 92 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 92 |
| Peak year | 2025 (92 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #94 |
Frequently asked about August
What does the name August mean?
August means “Great; venerable; majestic” from Latin augustus — from augere (to increase, to honor), the title given to the first Roman Emperor roots.
What is the origin of the name August?
August has Latin augustus — from augere (to increase, to honor), the title given to the first Roman Emperor origin. The traditional meaning is “Great; venerable; majestic”.
How popular is August in Australia?
August ranked #94 in Australia in 2025 — given to 92 babies that year.
When was August most popular?
August peaked in 2025 with 92 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is August a boy or girl name?
August is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Augusts in registered births are male.