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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Browse names →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
Most popular combo · classic
Agostino Rose
Floral · soft ending
Agostino Mae
Sweet · timeless
Agostino Claire
French influence · crisp
Agostino Jane
Literary · strong
Agostino Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Agostino right now?
Falling — down 1021 spots — currently #6894 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| 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 | — |
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:
Agostino by decade
| 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.
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What names sound and feel like Agostino?
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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.