Augusto

Meaning & origin

Augusto is a name of Latin origin that means 'majestic, venerable, or consecrated.' It is the Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of Augustus, the title given to the first Roman emperor. In the United States, Augusto first appeared on the Social Security Administration's records in 1915 and has steadily grown in popularity since 2007. As of 2025, it ranked 2,676, with approximately 1 in 35,585 boys being named Augusto. The name reached its highest rank yet in 2025, showing a rising trajectory. Its top states include Massachusetts, Florida, and Texas, reflecting the strong Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese communities in those areas. Parents who choose Augusto often appreciate its classic yet international feel, along with the nickname options Gus or Augie.

Augusto derives directly from the Latin name Augustus, meaning 'majestic,' 'venerable,' or 'consecrated.' The Latin Augustus was originally an honorific title given to the first Roman emperor, Octavian, and later became a personal name across the Roman Empire. Through the influence of the Catholic Church and the reverence for the original emperor, the name spread into Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese naming traditions, where it has been used in various noble and commoner families.