Agostino

“great, magnificent”

Italian origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6894US 2023

12Births / yr

↓Falling

562All-time births

📅 Since 191200

How to pronounce Agostino

ah·gaw·STEE·noh

/ɑ.ɡɔ.ˈstiː.noʊ/ · stress on STEE · 4 syllables

“great, magnificent”

Italian origin · Boy name

What does Agostino mean and where does it come from?

Agostino is the Italian form of Augustine, derived from Latin 'Augustinus', which in turn comes from 'augustus', meaning 'great' or 'venerable'. This name has historical significance, prominently associated with St. Augustine of Hippo, an influential early Christian theologian. It remains popular in

Cultural significance

Agostino has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of great, magnificent.

Peak popularity

Reached #1864 in 1912 — currently #6894 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Agostino?

Agostino works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Agostino Grace

How popular is Agostino right now?

Falling — down 1021 spots — currently #6894 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#6894 · Top 5.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6894	12	▼ down 1021 · -20% births
2022	#5873	15	▼ down 96
2021	#5777	15	▲ up 492 · +15% births
2020	#6269	13	▲ up 5889 · +160% births
2015	#12158	5	▼ down 1312 · -17% births
2010	#10846	6	▼ down 1655 · -14% births
2005	#9191	7	▼ down 1710 · -12% births
2000	#7481	8	▼ down 1016
1995	#6465	8	▼ down 2823 · -33% births
1985	#3642	12	▲ up 1396 · +71% births
1980	#5038	7	▼ down 114 · +17% births
1975	#4924	6	▼ down 1304 · -25% births
1970	#3620	8	▼ down 759 · -11% births
1965	#2861	9	▲ up 587 · +29% births
1960	#3448	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Agostino

Best Year1915Rank #2414

Peak Count15

Average Rank#5593

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202320 years

The story of Agostino

Agostino entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 562 total births recorded, Agostino remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2414 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6894 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Agostino in 1912:

John William James Robert Joseph

Agostino by decade

Agostino peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	42
1920s ★	97
1930s	40
1940s	15
1950s	41
1960s	87
1970s	61
1980s	31
1990s	25
2000s	43
2010s	67
2020s	13

💎Agostino has only 562 total recorded births since 1912 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Agostino?

CROATIAN

DinoTin

DUTCH

StijnTijn

FRISIAN

Auke

ITALIAN

Dino

What names sound and feel like Agostino?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Agostino also consider these

How is Agostino written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Agostino

What does the name Agostino mean?

Agostino means "great, magnificent" — a name rooted in Italian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Agostino?

Agostino is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Agostino have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Agostino?

Agostino originates from Italian tradition. Italian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Agostino?

Agostino is a four-syllable name pronounced AA0 G AO0 S T IY1 N OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Agostino?

Agostino pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italian heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.