August
girl name#960 in 2025August entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #841 in 2021, ranks #960 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1914–2025
#960
rank today
#841
peak (2021)
268
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3390 |
| 1920s | #4399 |
| 1930s | #4181 |
| 1950s | #5148 |
| 1960s | #4583 |
| 1970s | #2853 |
| 1980s | #3010 |
| 1990s | #2467 |
| 2000s | #2025 |
| 2010s | #1284 |
| 2020s | #891 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, August has been most popular in CA, TX, NC.
Living bearers
About 6,100 people named August are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical August is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name August in 2025?
- August ranks #960 among US girl names in 2025, with 268 babies given the name.
- When was the name August most popular?
- August peaked in 2021, reaching #841 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name August with classmates?
- August will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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