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AugustoChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Majestic, Venerable, Great

Pronunciation: aw-GOO-stoh

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Name
Augusto
Meaning
Majestic, Venerable, Great
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
aw-GOO-stoh
Lucky Number
2
2
Lucky Number
August 1
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Augusto mean?

Augusto is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Majestic". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: aw-GOO-stoh. Lucky number: 2. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Αυγούστος

Σεβαστός, μεγαλοπρέπειος

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

aw-GOO-stoh

IPA

/ɔːˈɡuːstoʊ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Augusto is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Majestic. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

2

Lucky Day

August 1

Lucky Colors

RedOrangeGold

Lucky Stone

Carnelian

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with a life path number 3 are creative, artistic, and sociable individuals who thrive on communication and self-expression.

Personality

Personality Traits

ConfidentStrong-willedPowerfulC = CourageousH = Honorable

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name that symbolizes divine grace and strength.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Augusto was the name of several important Roman emperors, including Augustus Caesar, who is considered the first Roman emperor and laid the foundations for the Roman Empire's lasting civilization. The name Augusto carries with it a strong sense of imperial might, authority, and leadership.
In a spiritual context, the name Augusto can be seen as a reminder of the divine growth and expansion that occurs through faith and trust in God. The name's Latin roots of 'augere', meaning 'to increase', can be seen as a reflection of the spiritual growth that occurs as one deepens their relationship with the divine. Additionally, the name can be seen as a reminder to be a leader in one's own life and community, and to strive for personal and spiritual growth.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Augusto was a common name in ancient Rome, often bestowed upon individuals who were born into noble families.

1st century BC - 5th century AD

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Augusto Pinochet

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Augusto

Great, magnificent, exalted

🇮🇱Hebrew

אוגוסטו

גדול, מכובד, מלכותי

🇬🇷Greek

Αυγούστος

Σεβαστός, μεγαλοπρέπειος

🇮🇹Latin

Augustus

magnificus, illustris

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