August is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #962 in 2025 with 268 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 328 births ranking #841. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 188.2%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 5,997 girls born was named August. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
August is a Latin name meaning "venerable" or "majestic". It feels calm, dignified, and a little literary, with both historical weight and modern style.
The name comes from an ancient Roman title and later became associated with the month of August. In recent years it has returned strongly through the revival of refined vintage boys' names.