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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Browse names →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
Most popular combo · classic
Auggie Rose
Floral · soft ending
Auggie Mae
Sweet · timeless
Auggie Claire
French influence · crisp
Auggie Jane
Literary · strong
Auggie Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Auggie right now?
Declining — down 6 spots — currently #3629 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| 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 | — |
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:
Auggie by decade
| 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?
What names sound and feel like Auggie?
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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.