Augustus is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #407 in 2025 with 783 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 787 births ranking #408. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 471.5%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 2,181 boys born was named Augustus. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Augustus is the fuller classical form behind August and means "venerable" or "majestic". It has a grand Roman feel without losing the warmth that comes from familiar nicknames such as Gus.
The name is inseparable from the Roman emperor Augustus and the prestige of the ancient title he bore. Its modern revival fits the return of names with history, presence, and nickname flexibility.