Augusto
Augusto is a Christian boy name of Latin origin, meaning “Venerable, majestic”.
| Meaning | Venerable, majestic |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | ow-GOOS-toh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Brazil, Italy, Peru, Argentina |
Meaning and origin of Augusto
Augusto is the Spanish, Italian and Portuguese form of Augustus, from the Latin 'augustus', meaning venerable, majestic or consecrated. The word was given as a title to Octavian, the first Roman emperor, and afterward became part of imperial style. As a personal name it passed into Christian use through related names such as Augustine. Bearers include the Nicaraguan revolutionary Augusto César Sandino and Paraguayan writer Augusto Roa Bastos.
Is Augusto a Christian name?
Augustus appears in the Gospel of Luke as the emperor whose census brought Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem, but the name is used today as a cultural rather than religious choice.
How popular is Augusto?
An established but not highly common name in Latin America and Italy.
Gifts with the name Augusto
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Augusto mean?
Augusto means 'Venerable, majestic'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Augusto a Christian name?
Augustus appears in the Gospel of Luke as the emperor whose census brought Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem, but the name is used today as a cultural rather than religious choice.
How do you pronounce Augusto?
Augusto is pronounced ow-GOOS-toh.
Is Augusto a boy or girl name?
Augusto is usually a boy name.