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Agustin

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Pronounced ah-goos-TEEN /ˌɑː.ɡuˈstiːn/High

Meaning: Spanish and Portuguese form of Augustine, from Latin Augustinus, a diminutive of Augustus meaning great, venerable, or majestic, from augere meaning to increase or to consecrateHigh

In 30 seconds: Agustin is the Spanish form of Augustine meaning great and venerable. With the towering legacy of Saint Augustine and a warm Latin American sound, it is a name of deep intellectual and spiritual stature.
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Origin HighLatin
MeaningSpanish and Portuguese form of Augustine, from Latin Augustinus, a diminutive of Augustus meaning great, venerable, or majestic, from augere meaning to increase or to consecrate
U.S. rank (2025)#952 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births245 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2001
Total births (all-time)≈ 16,327

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200118982025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

The Latin name Augustus was adopted by the Roman emperors beginning with Caesar Augustus, lending it an imperial grandeur. The diminutive Augustinus was borne by Saint Augustine of Hippo, whose theological influence on Western Christianity is immeasurable.

The Spanish form Agustin has been prominent in Latin America since the colonial period. Agustin de Iturbide (1783–1824) became Emperor Agustin I of Mexico, the first and only Mexican emperor.

Did you know? Saint Augustine of Hippo (354–430 CE), whose name lives on in Agustin, wrote the Confessions, considered one of the first autobiographies in Western literature, and The City of God, foundational to Christian political philosophy.
Overall data confidence 96%
Behind the Name — Augustine — Latin etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

AugustineAugustinAgustino

Nicknames

GusTinoAugie

Famous Bearers

  • ★Agustin de Iturbide (1783–1824)
    Mexican military and political figure who led Mexico to independence from Spain in 1821 and briefly ruled as Emperor Agustin I of Mexico from 1822 to 1823.

If you like Agustin…

Augustine— direct Latin form sharing identical meaning and saint's prestige
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Santiago— same Latin American Spanish classic with strong cultural roots
Alejandro— same Spanish heritage and four-syllable grand character

Frequently Asked

What does the name Agustin mean?

Agustin means great or venerable, from Latin Augustus meaning majestic or consecrated. It is the Spanish form of Augustine.

How do you pronounce Agustin?

It is said ah-goos-TEEN in Spanish, with three syllables and stress on the third.

Is Agustin the same as Augustine?

Agustin is the Spanish form of Augustine; they share the same Latin origin and meaning.

Is Agustin a popular name in Spanish-speaking countries?

Yes, Agustin is a traditional and respected name throughout Latin America and Spain.