Latin

Augusta

Pronounced aw-GUS-tuhShare

Meaning: Venerable, majestic

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

Augusta is the feminine form of Augustus, from a Latin name associated with being exalted or venerable. Its history includes European royal naming as well as the older Roman family.

Nicknames

  • Gussie
  • Augie
  • Gus

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Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

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Origins

Augusta comes from Latin.

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