Augusta Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationaw-GUS-tuh / ɔːˈɡʌstəLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: majestic; English: venerable
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Augusta is derived from the Latin word 'augustus,' meaning 'great' or 'venerable.' It has been used historically as a title for Roman emperors and has feminine associations in many cultures. While traditionally a feminine name, it has been adopted for boys in some contexts. The name has seen varying degrees of popularity over the centuries.
Trend Summary
The name Augusta has been less common for boys in recent years, with a more significant presence as a feminine name.
Similar Names
Variants
- August
- Augie
International Variants
- Augusto (Spanish)
- Augustin (French)
- Augustus (Latin)
Famous people named Augusta
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Augusta was first seen in the United States in 1880. Augusta has ranked as high as #829 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Mississippi, Alabama, Texas, North Carolina, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Augusta has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Augusta (1966)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1889 | 8 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1899 | 7 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 13 |
| 1902 | 10 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 10 |
| 1906 | 11 |
| 1907 | 8 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 14 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 22 |
| 1914 | 20 |
| 1915 | 18 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 26 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 40 |
| 1920 | 29 |
| 1921 | 25 |
| 1922 | 36 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1924 | 20 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 35 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 36 |
| 1929 | 27 |
| 1930 | 30 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 29 |
| 1933 | 19 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 27 |
| 1936 | 32 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 17 |
| 1939 | 23 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 24 |
| 1942 | 20 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 30 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1946 | 27 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 29 |
| 1949 | 24 |
| 1950 | 18 |
| 1951 | 26 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 34 |
| 1954 | 22 |
| 1955 | 25 |
| 1956 | 35 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 21 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1964 | 20 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 20 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 6 |