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Auggie

♂ Boy

Pronounced AW-gee /ˈɔ.ɡi/High

Meaning: Pet form of August/Augustus — Latin augustus, 'great, venerable, majestic'High

In 30 seconds: Sweet and venerable at once: Auggie is the cuddly pet form of August — 'great, majestic'. Warmed for a new generation by the beloved hero of 'Wonder'. Friendly, vintage, and big-hearted.
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Origin HighLatin
MeaningPet form of August/Augustus — Latin augustus, 'great, venerable, majestic'
U.S. rank (2025)#3766 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births29 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 247

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319332025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Auggie is a pet form of August/Augustus — from Latin augustus, 'great, venerable, majestic'. The cuddly nickname-name was lifted to fame by Auggie Pullman, the brave hero of R.J. Palacio's Wonder; it pairs grand roots with friendly warmth.

It registers thinly as a nickname-name. Great-and-venerable at the root, warm, and big-hearted.

Did you know? Auggie Pullman, the kind-hearted boy at the center of the bestseller and film 'Wonder', made this affectionate form of August beloved by a whole generation of readers.
Overall data confidence 82%
Behind the Name — August — root etymology

Variations

AugieAugustAugustus

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Auggie Smith (1969-)
    American stand-up comedian known for his appearances on Comedy Central and various specials

If you like Auggie…

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Auggie mean?

Auggie is a pet form of August/Augustus, Latin for 'great, venerable, majestic'.

How do you pronounce Auggie?

It's said AW-gee /ˈɔ.ɡi/ — two syllables, stress on the first (hard g).

Is Auggie a boy or girl name?

Auggie is a boy's name.

How popular is Auggie?

Auggie is a rare name in the U.S.

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