Agustin

Agustin (Agustín) is a male first name that is considered the Spanish form of Augustin. This name is derived from the Roman name Augustus and means in German 'the Exalted,' 'the Venerable,' or 'the Saint.'

What does the name Agustin mean?

The name Agustin (Agustín) is the Spanish variant of Augustin and is derived from August, which in turn comes from the Roman name Augustus. In German interpretation, the name consists of the terms 'the Exalted,' 'the Venerable,' and 'the Saint.' The origins of the name lie in Latin, where the word augĕo or augēre means 'to increase,' 'to develop,' 'to expand,' 'to strengthen,' and 'to improve.' Additionally, there is the comparative form augustus, which means 'holy,' 'venerable,' and 'exalted.' Augustus was an honorific title in ancient Rome for the first emperor, Gaius Octavianus. The name August, which designates the eponymous month of the calendar, also has its origins here. Agustin can also appear as a surname and has numerous variants, such as Augustus, Augustinus, Augusto, Austin, and many more.

Where does the name Agustin come from?

Agustin is a male first name with Latin roots, whose meanings include 'the Exalted' and 'the Saint.' The etymology comes from the Latin augĕo or augēre, which means to increase, develop, expand, strengthen, and improve. In its comparative form, augustus refers to the terms holy, venerable, and exalted. The language in which the name is frequently used is Spanish, particularly in Chile.

How do you pronounce Agustin?

The pronunciation of Agustin is three syllables and rhythmic. It is pronounced as 'A-gus-tin' [aɡusˈtiːn] or in Spanish [aɣusˈtin]. The name begins with an open A sound that conveys breadth. The stressed final syllable with the long I sound and the nasal gives it brilliance and emphasis. Agustin thus appears lively and traditional, fluid in structure and present in sound.

When is the name day of Agustin?

The name days for Agustin are on March 22, May 27, and August 28.

Popularity

In Germany, Agustin is a common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,183rd on the list of most given male first names. Its best placement was in 2010 at 1,532nd. Over the last ten years, Agustin has been chosen as a first name about 50 times, placing it 3,501st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,027th.

Nicknames & pet names

Agu / Agus / Gustl

Similar first names

Famous people

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