Auggie

“noble, majestic”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3629US 2023

31Births / yr

↓Falling

95All-time births

📅 Since 193300

What does Auggie mean and where does it come from?

Auggie is a diminutive form of the name Augustine, which is derived from the Latin name 'Augustinus', meaning 'great' or 'magnificent'. The name has gained popularity in the U.S. partly due to the character Auggie Pullman from the best-selling novel 'Wonder' by R.J. Palacio, which was later adapted

Cultural significance

Auggie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of noble, majestic.

Peak popularity

Reached #3640 in 2020 — currently #3629 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Auggie?

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

Auggie Grace

How popular is Auggie right now?

Declining — down 6 spots — currently #3629 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#3629 · Top 2.7%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3629	31	▼ down 6
2022	#3623	31	▲ up 121 · +7% births
2021	#3744	29	▼ down 104
2020	#3640	29	▲ up 7178 · +383% births
2015	#10818	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Auggie

Best Year2022Rank #3623

Peak Count31

Average Rank#5091

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Auggie

Auggie entered American naming records in 1933 and has been in use for over 91 years. With 95 total births recorded, Auggie remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10818 in 2015 to #3629 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Auggie in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Auggie by decade

Auggie peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1930s	5
2010s ★	61
2020s	29

💎Auggie has only 95 total recorded births since 1933 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Auggie?

Common

AugAuUggie

What names sound and feel like Auggie?

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

Augie

American · A diminutive form

Aggie

American · A diminutive of

Ausie

American · English

Audie

American · A diminutive of

Aubie

American · Blonde

Autie

American · Noble or exalted

Aurie

American · golden

Argie

American · A beloved name

Common questions about the name Auggie

What does the name Auggie mean?

Auggie means "noble, majestic" — a name rooted in American 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 Auggie?

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

What is the cultural origin of Auggie?

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

Is Auggie trending right now?

Auggie is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Auggie a common or rare name?

Auggie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.