Find out how popular the first name Augusta has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Augusta by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Augusta is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 91% of people named Augusta being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 38 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Augusta.

The history of the first name Augusta

The name Augusta has its roots in ancient Roman culture and language. It is derived from the Latin word "augustus", which means "venerable" or "consecrated". The name was originally given to the first Roman emperor, Augustus Caesar, as a title signifying greatness and majesty.

During the Roman Empire, the name Augusta was used to refer to the emperor's wife or other prominent women in the imperial family. It became a title of honor and respect bestowed upon the highest-ranking women in society.

In the early Christian era, the name Augusta was associated with several saints and martyrs, including Saint Augusta of Treviso, who lived in the 4th century AD. Her feast day is celebrated on April 27th in the Catholic Church.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Augusta as a personal name can be found in the 6th century AD, when a princess named Augusta was born in the Merovingian dynasty of the Frankish kingdom.

Throughout history, the name Augusta has been borne by several notable figures, including:

1. Augusta of Saxe-Weimar (1634-1650), a German princess and member of the House of Wettin.
2. Augusta of Saxe-Gotha (1719-1772), a princess of Saxe-Gotha and the mother of King George III of the United Kingdom.
3. Augusta of Bavaria (1788-1851), a German princess who became the queen consort of Prussia as the wife of King William III.
4. Augusta Holmès (1847-1903), a French composer and virtuoso pianist, one of the first female composers to gain recognition in Europe.
5. Augusta Savage (1892-1962), an American sculptor and artist, known for her contributions to the Harlem Renaissance and her advocacy for equal rights in the arts.

The name Augusta has been used across various European cultures and languages, with variations such as Augustina, Agostina, and Augustyna. It has been associated with nobility, royalty, and the arts, reflecting its origins as a title of honor and respect in ancient Rome.

Data source

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