August as a First Name

How Common is the First Name August?

We estimate that there are 45,717 people named August who are currently alive and were born in the United States. August is the 482nd most common for men, and the 970th most common overall.

How Old are People Named August?

The average person named August is 15.76 years old.

Is August a Popular Baby Name Right Now?

3,728 people named August were born in the U.S. in 2023. It was the 104th most popular name for boys, and the 154th most popular overall.

The popularity of August peaked in 1882, when it was the 74th most popular name for baby boys.

Is August a Boy's Name or a Girl's Name?

August is a unisex name, but more common for men. 87.8% of people named August are male, while 12.2% are female.

Popularity of August in England

In 2020, August was the 582nd most popular name for boys in England and Wales.