Augusto Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Augusto originates from the Latin word 'augustus', meaning 'great' or 'venerable'. It evolved from Augustus in Latin to various forms in different languages. The name is associated with leadership and nobility, reflecting traits of greatness. There is no biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Roman Empire and has remained common in modern cultures.
The name Augusto is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast 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, Augusto 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, 'Augusto' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3663rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3608th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2406th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2136th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2882nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3994th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3953rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Augusto' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Augusto"
Pronunciation
/aʊˈɡʌstoʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Augusto is derived from the Latin word 'augustus', which means 'great' or 'venerable'. It was originally used as a title for Roman emperors, particularly Augustus Caesar.
Meaning
great, venerable
Language Evolution
Augustus (Latin), Augusto (Italian, Spanish, Portuguese), August (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in various forms throughout the Roman Empire, particularly following the reign of Emperor Augustus in the 1st century BC. It became common in the Renaissance and has remained popular in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
August, Agustin, Augustin, Gus, Augie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Augusto is viewed positively, often associated with leadership and nobility. It retains a classic appeal in many Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Famous People
Augusto Pinochet - Chilean military leader, Augusto Comte - French philosopher, Augusto de Campos - Brazilian poet
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Augusto"
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 "Augusto"
"Augusto" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3663rd of 7545 | 79 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3608th of 6773 | 77 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2406th of 7552 | 218 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2136th of 10718 | 309 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2882nd of 16616 | 329 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3994th of 24088 | 358 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3953rd of 23106 | 322 |
Regional Popularity of "Augusto" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
85.06% 1173rd/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
41.40% 1006th/2430 |
- |
57.80% 1604th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
30.58% 1065th/3483 |
- |
42.21% 1707th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
39.20% 1754th/4475 |
52.45% 2724th/5194 |
31.82% 2010th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
55.23% 2852nd/5164 |
40.33% 2949th/7313 |
41.81% 3120th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
43.83% 2990th/6822 |
57.33% 3598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Augusto" 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 "Augusto"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Augusto" 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.