August
Meaning of August
The name August, pronounced as AW-gust (/ˈɔːɡəst/), carries an air of dignity and respect. It is a male name of Latin origin, derived from the term "Augustus" which signifies majestic, venerable, or consecrated. The name August has been historically associated with the Roman Emperor Caesar Augustus and bears the honor of being used for one of the twelve months in the Gregorian calendar. Despite its ancient roots, it has gained popularity in recent years in many English-speaking countries including the United States. Over the past decade alone, thousands of newborn boys have been given this stately name each year, with its rank consistently improving over time. With a timeless appeal that transcends trends and a meaning imbued with grandeur, August is a strong choice for any baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as AW-gust (/ˈɔːɡəst/)
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Notable People Named August
| Johan August Strindberg was a prolific Swedish playwright, novelist, poet, essayist, and painter, known as the "father" of modern Swedish literature, who wrote over sixty plays and thirty works of fiction, autobiography, history, cultural analysis, and politics during his four-decade career. |
| August Belmont Sr. was a prominent German-American financier, diplomat, and politician, known for his role as Chair of the Democratic National Committee and as the founder of the Belmont Stakes in American Thoroughbred horse racing. |
| August Wilson was an influential American playwright known for The Pittsburgh Cycle, a series of 10 plays that depict the African-American experience in the 20th century. |
| August William Derleth was an influential American writer, known for his contributions to the Cthulhu Mythos and cosmic horror genre, as well as for being the first book publisher of H. P. Lovecraft's writings and the co-founder of Arkham House. |
| August Samuel Duesenberg was a German-born American automobile and engine manufacturer known for building racing engines that set speed records and winning prestigious races such as the French Grand Prix and the Indianapolis 500. |
| August von Mackensen - Anton Ludwig Friedrich August Mackensen was a prominent German field marshal known for his successful command during World War I and his loyalty to the monarchy during the Nazi era. |
| August Busch IV - August Adolphus Busch IV is a former CEO of Anheuser-Busch known for his marketing leadership and involvement in legal incidents. |
| August Becker was a mid-ranking SS functionary and chemist in Nazi Germany who played a role in designing the vans with gas chambers used in mass murders. |
| August Wilhelm von Hofmann was a German chemist known for his significant contributions to organic chemistry, including research on aniline and coal tar that laid the foundation for the aniline-dye industry and practical methods for extracting benzene and toluene. |
| August Wilhelm Schlegel was a German Indologist, poet, translator, and critic who was a leading figure in Jena Romanticism and known for his influential translations of Shakespeare's works into German. |
| Ferdinand August Bebel was a prominent German socialist politician, writer, and orator, known for co-founding the Social Democratic Workers' Party of Germany and serving as chairman of the Social Democratic Party of Germany. |
| August Weismann - August Friedrich Leopold Weismann was a prominent German evolutionary biologist and the Director of the Zoological Institute at Freiburg. |
| Friedrich August Kekulé von Stradonitz was a prominent German organic chemist known for his contributions to the theory of chemical structure, particularly the Kekulé structure of benzene. |
| August Belmont Jr. was a prominent American financier known for financing the original New York City Subway line and leading the construction of the Cape Cod Canal. |
| August Sander was a renowned German portrait and documentary photographer, best known for his influential work capturing a diverse cross-section of society during the Weimar Republic in his series "People of the 20th Century." |
