August
Boy name · 55 babies recorded · 1974–2025
August: 55 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 20 births in 2024.
August has its roots in the Latin _augustus_, meaning "majestic" or "venerable," a title bestowed upon the first Roman emperor, Octavian, and later adopted as a given name across Europe. Its most famous bearer is arguably the Roman emperor Augustus himself, but in modern times, the name brings to mind the great English poet Augustan Age figure Alexander Pope, or the philosophical writer August Strindberg. A lesser-known but cherished association is with Saint Augustine of Hippo, whose name shares the same root. The month of August, named for Emperor Augustus, gives the name a warm, sun-soaked feel, and it is often chosen by parents who appreciate its dignified, classic sound. A popular diminutive is Gus, which feels friendly and approachable, striking a balance between the name’s formal regality and everyday charm.
Boy 8 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 202420 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #4956 babies
- Total births
- 55since 2016
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 115%vs prior 5y