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National August Day – March 8, 2024

National August Day is celebrated on March 8. Every name deserves respect and love. There is no man without a name. Therefore, this day is dedicated to all those who have an unusual and warm name, August. That is, for both girls and boys. The roots of this name have their origins in Latin. Parents often like to call their children by this name. It gives hope for the sunny and majestic life of their baby. On this day, everyone greets and appreciates people named August.

History of National August Day

August is a name and surname that evolved from the Latin word ‘Augustus.’ In general, it comes from the Latin ‘augere,’ which means ‘to increase.’ Augustus also means ‘great’, ‘magnificent’ or ‘respectable,’ and was a title given to Roman emperors. In addition, the month of August is named after Emperor Augustus. Similar names, such as Augusta, Augustus, and Augustine, have traveled extensively in the United States. The path of Augustus was similar to the popularity of August in the early 20th century, which in recent decades has been followed by a decline and then a revival.

According to statistics, the name August has gained popularity since the 1880s. However, it declined around the 1950s to ‘70s. But later, in 2000, it jumped up again to the American top. As of 2020, the name August is ranked 155th in the U.S. and 14th in Denmark. And in 2021, it took 16th place in the statistics of names in Sweden.

Famous people named August include playwrights August Wilson and August Strindberg, musician August Alsina and academician August Coppola. August has two August literary namesakes: Swedish playwright August Strindberg (a popular name in Scandinavia for centuries) and August Wilson, as well as photographer August Sander. The French version is Auguste (ow-GOOST), like the clever detective Edgar Allan Poe by Auguste Dupont and the famous sculptor Auguste Rodin.

The peculiarity of the name August is that it combines a deep history — an ancient Roman name — with a modern, unconventional male image. Many celebrities, along with other parents, choose August because it manages to be new and old at the same time, break with ordinary male names, and also take root.

National August Day timeline

2007
“August Rush”

Kirsten Sheridan directs this American musical drama produced by Richard Barton Lewis.

2012
August ‘Auggie’ Pullman

R. J. Palacio publishes a children’s novel called “Wonder,” the protagonist of which is August ‘Auggie’ Pullman.

2013
“August: Osage County”

John Wells directs this American tragicomedy, based on his play of the same name, which won the Pulitzer Prize in 2007.

2020
‘August’

Taylor Swift releases this song on her eighth studio album, “Folklore.”

National August Day FAQs

What is an August person?

Someone or something of August is worthy and impressive, noble and majestic, respectable and sunny.

What color is August?

The color of August is sunny orange. It is a royal color that symbolizes power and wealth. The color is associated with the sun and is a representative of light.

Is August a sweet name?

August is a beautiful name for a woman. It sounds smart and reliable.

National August Day Activities

  1. Watch a movie

    There are a lot of released films that mention the name August. Watch one or more of them to celebrate National August Day.

  2. Wish them warm words

    This day celebrates the existence of such a beautiful and bright name as August. So, don’t forget to congratulate your friends or family members named August.

  3. Celebrate on social media

    If you do not have any acquaintances or friends named August, but you respect this name and want to wish other people, social networks will help you. Post a story with words with great wishes for all the people named August, and add photos or videos.

5 Facts About August That Will Blow Your Mind

  1. The original name was Sextilis

    In the original Roman calendar, August was originally called Sextilis, literally ‘the sixth month’ in Latin, but was renamed after the first Roman emperor, Caesar Augustus.

  2. The first sandwich was made in August

    On August 6, 1762, the Earl of Sandwich requested a dish with meat between two pieces of bread.

  3. Gladiolus are the birth flowers of August

    They symbolize peace, love, and integrity; and the poppy, whose red petals signify peace, has white and yellow symbolizing consolation, wealth, and success.

  4. It has two stars

    If you were born in August, you are under one of the two August stars: Leo and Virgo.

  5. It entered the top 1,000 male names

    August is the only name in the month that is among the top 1,000 male names.

Why We Love National August Day

  1. It has come a long way

    August is considered a favorite vintage. The name gained popularity in the 1900s and experienced both ups and downs. National August Day celebrates the name that has become one of the favorites over the centuries.

  2. We love August

    August is the most adored summer month for all children and adults. Everyone will be happy to celebrate the day in honor of the name of this excellent month.

  3. A day to get acquainted with the name

    Undoubtedly, everyone knows about a name like August, but few know about its history, meaning, and variations. National August Day is the perfect day to learn more about this name.

National August Day dates

YearDateDay
2024March 8Friday
2025March 8Saturday
2026March 8Sunday
2027March 8Monday
2028March 8Wednesday

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