Augustus
Male
Meaning
Great
Origin
Latin
Pronunciation
/ɔːˈɡʌstəs/
Traits associated with the name Augustus:
Dogs named Augustus tend to be loving, brave, strong-willed, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Augustus?
Naming your dog Augustus suggests that you have an appreciation for history and tradition. It may also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and respect for the past.
Is Augustus a good dog name?
Augustus has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Augustus isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Augustus is found in these categories:
Popularity
- Augustus ranks #1,906 with users of PupNames.com.
- Augustus ranks #616 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Augustus ranks #1,670 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Augustus is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Most popular breeds named Augustus:
- Dachshund
- Labrador Retriever
- English Bulldog
- American Staffordshire Terrier
- Mastiff
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