Girl · 342nd of 9,107
Augusta
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
18,233
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1915
Peak Popularity Year
387
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Augusta stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Augusta is a name of Latin origin meaning 'majestic' or 'venerable'. It evolved from the title Augustus used by Roman emperors, transitioning through various languages. The name carries traits of strength and respect and has no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Renaissance and remains a classic choice today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɔːˈɡʌstə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Augusta is derived from the Latin word 'augustus', meaning 'venerable' or 'majestic'. It was originally used as a title for Roman emperors.
Meaning
majestic, venerable
Language Evolution
Augustus (Latin), Augusta (Latin), Auguste (French), August (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Roman Empire as a title for emperors and later became a common given name in various cultures during the Renaissance.
Variants & Derivatives
August, Auguste, Gus, Augie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Augusta is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and dignity.
Famous People
Augusta Ada King, Countess of Lovelace, Augusta National Golf Club founder Bobby Jones, Augusta Lee, a notable figure in literature
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 387 peak births in 1915
Geographic Spread
Popular across 33 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1301st of 7545 | 497 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1456th of 6773 | 408 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1690th of 7552 | 410 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3132nd of 10718 | 169 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6776th of 16616 | 83 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 15196th of 24088 | 30 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15315th of 23106 | 26 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 342nd of 9107 | 6,533 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 726th of 9204 | 1,782 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1506th of 12526 | 902 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2471st of 19264 | 504 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2750th of 27321 | 645 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3788th of 35406 | 601 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3489th of 30306 | 541 |