Avgust
“August — from Latin Augustus”
Slavic origin · Unisex name
#1832US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
How to pronounce Avgust
av-guwst(russian),ahv-hoost(ukrainian)
/av-guwst(russian),ahv-hoost(ukrainian)/ · · 2 syllables
“August — from Latin Augustus”
Slavic origin · Unisex name
What does Avgust mean and where does it come from?
Avgust is derived from the Latin name Augustus, meaning 'great' or 'venerable'. It is commonly used in Slavic languages as a given name.
Cultural significance
In Slavic cultures, Avgust is often associated with the month of August, symbolizing summer and harvest time.
Peak popularity
Reached #1832 in 2015 — currently #1832 in the US.
How else can you spell Avgust?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Avgust?
Avgust works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Avgust Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Avgust John
One syllable · timeless choice
Avgust Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Avgust Grace
One syllable · timeless choice
Avgust Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Avgust Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Avgust right now?
Holding steady — currently #1832 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Avgust is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Avgust?
DUTCH
Guus
ENGLISH
Gus
FINNISH
AkuKusti
ANCIENT ROMAN
Augusta
What names sound and feel like Avgust?
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How is Avgust written in other languages?
Gender variants of Avgust
Augusta ANCIENT ROMANAugusta DUTCHGusta DUTCHAugusta ENGLISHGussie ENGLISHAugusta GERMANAuguste GERMANAugusta ITALIANAugusta POLISHAugusta PORTUGUESEAvgusta SLOVENEAugustina ANCIENT ROMANAugustinus ANCIENT ROMANAgustí CATALANAugustin CROATIANDino CROATIANTin CROATIANAugustín CZECHAugustin CZECHAugustijn DUTCHStijn DUTCHTijn DUTCHAugustine ENGLISHAusten ENGLISHAustin ENGLISHAustyn ENGLISHAugustin FRENCHAugustine FRENCHAuke FRISIANAugustin GERMANAugustine GERMANÁgoston HUNGARIANAgostina ITALIANAgostino ITALIANDina ITALIANDino ITALIANAugustinas LITHUANIANAugustyn POLISHAugustyna POLISHAgostinho PORTUGUESEAugustin ROMANIANAugustín SLOVAKAvguštin SLOVENEAgustín SPANISHAgustina SPANISHAwstin WELSH
Common questions about the name Avgust
What does the name Avgust mean?
Avgust means "August — from Latin Augustus" — a name rooted in Slavic 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 Avgust?
Avgust is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Avgust?
Avgust originates from Slavic tradition. Slavic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Avgust a common or rare name?
Avgust is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Avgust more of a girl or boy name?
Avgust is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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