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Augustine Pronunciation

Augustine is pronounced AW-gə-steen /ˈɔ.ɡə.stin/High

Meaning: From Latin Augustinus — diminutive of augustus, 'great, venerable' — the towering saint-philosopher; here for girlsHigh

In 30 seconds: A doctor of the Church, worn by a daughter: Augustine — 'venerable' — carries the great Confessions author's name across the gender line. Scholarly, soulful, and grand.

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MeaningFrom Latin Augustinus — diminutive of augustus, 'great, venerable' — the towering saint-philosopher; here for girls

U.S. rank (2024)#3815 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births39 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1925

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,804

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Augustine comes from Latin Augustinus, a diminutive of augustus, 'great, venerable' — borne by the philosopher-saint of Hippo whose Confessions shaped Western thought. Traditionally male (French Augustine is feminine), it crosses to American girls in the grand-vintage wave; this page covers that use.

It registers thinly for girls in recent records. Rare for daughters, venerable at the root, and scholarly.

Did you know? St. Augustine's 'Confessions' practically invented the memoir — 'Lord, make me chaste, but not yet' — and his mother St. Monica is the patron of persistent prayer; a family drama for the ages.

Overall data confidence 82%

Behind the Name — Augustine — etymology

Variations

AugustinaAugustaAugustyne

Nicknames

AuggieGussie

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If you like Augustine…

Augusta— the classic feminine of the same root

Clementine— a fellow grand vintage -ine name

Florence— the companion scholarly revival

Adrienne— shares the -ne ending

Imogene— lands in the same popularity range

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Augustine?

Augustine is pronounced AW-gə-steen (/ˈɔ.ɡə.stin/). Press play above to hear Augustine said aloud.

How do you say Augustine?

Augustine is said AW-gə-steen (/ˈɔ.ɡə.stin/). Press play above to hear Augustine said aloud.

What does the name Augustine mean?

Augustine is from Latin Augustinus, 'great, venerable' — the famous saint-philosopher's name.

Is Augustine a boy or girl name?

Augustine is traditionally male; this page covers its use as a girl's name (French usage is feminine).

How popular is Augustine?

Augustine is a rare name for girls in the U.S.