Augie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Augie is derived from the Latin name Augustus, meaning 'great' or 'venerable'. It evolved from Augustus to Augie through various forms. The name is characterized by its friendly connotation and gained popularity in the United States in the late 19th century. It has no biblical relevance but is associated with a positive image. Notable figures with the name include Augie Garrido and Augie Meyer.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Augie"
Pronunciation
/ˈɔːɡi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Augie is a diminutive form of the name Augustus, which means 'great' or 'venerable'. The name Augustus was originally a title given to Roman emperors.
Meaning
great, venerable
Language Evolution
Augustus, Auguste, Augie
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often used as a nickname or affectionate form of Augustus.
Variants & Derivatives
August, Augustus, Gus
Modern Popularity & Image
Augie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and charm.
Famous People
Augie Garrido, Augie Meyer, Augie Busch
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Augie Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 28 peak births in 2021
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Augie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Augie"
"Augie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4917th of 7545 | 34 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2958th of 6773 | 121 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2294th of 7552 | 238 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4449th of 10718 | 86 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13420th of 16616 | 12 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11832nd of 24088 | 59 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5850th of 23106 | 180 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Augie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
81.87% 935th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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78.86% 1227th/1556 |
- |
68.97% 1067th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
54.24% 1318th/2430 |
- |
45.84% 1272nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
55.96% 2263rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Augie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Augie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Augie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Augie" in the United States
The name Augie is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Augie has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Augie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4917th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2958th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2294th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4449th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13420th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11832nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5850th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Augie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.