Augustin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Augustin is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'augustus', meaning 'great' or 'venerable'. It evolved through several historical forms, reflecting its deep roots in Roman history and early Christianity. The name carries connotations of wisdom and respect, particularly due to the influence of Saint Augustine. It has no biblical background, but its historical usage has made it a popular choice in various cultures.
The name Augustin is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Augustin has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Augustin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1497th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1392nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1523rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1491st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1932nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2297th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2193rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Augustin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Augustin"
Pronunciation
/ɔːˈɡʌstɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Augustin derives from the Latin word 'augustus', which means 'great' or 'venerable'. It was originally used as a title for Roman emperors.
Meaning
Great, venerable
Language Evolution
Augustus (Latin), Augustinus (Late Latin), Augustin (Old French), Augustin (Modern French)
Historical Usage
The name Augustin gained popularity in the Christian world due to Saint Augustine of Hippo, a prominent theologian and philosopher in the 4th and 5th centuries. His influence helped the name become widely used in various forms across Europe.
Variants & Derivatives
Augustus, Agustin, Augustine, Gustin, Augie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Augustin is viewed as a classic and sophisticated name. It is often associated with wisdom and depth, largely due to its historical and philosophical connotations.
Famous People
Saint Augustine of Hippo, Augustin-Louis Cauchy (mathematician), Augustin de Romanet (French businessman)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Augustin"
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 "Augustin"
"Augustin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1497th of 7545 | 387 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1392nd of 6773 | 436 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1523rd of 7552 | 501 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1491st of 10718 | 541 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1932nd of 16616 | 583 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2297th of 24088 | 813 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2193rd of 23106 | 773 |
Regional Popularity of "Augustin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
42.48% 1005th/2366 |
68.30% 780th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
74.04% 1152nd/1556 |
37.57% 884th/2353 |
52.81% 817th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
37.90% 921st/2430 |
36.77% 1049th/2853 |
34.92% 969th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
35.52% 1237th/3483 |
28.79% 1013th/3518 |
25.45% 1029th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
44.67% 1999th/4475 |
28.59% 1485th/5194 |
22.80% 1440th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
58.53% 2682nd/4582 |
47.56% 2456th/5164 |
31.18% 2280th/7313 |
24.04% 1794th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
62.37% 2485th/3984 |
54.00% 2423rd/4487 |
32.72% 2232nd/6822 |
26.94% 1691st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Augustin" 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 "Augustin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Augustin" 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.