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August

The short form of the Latin name Augustus. The eighth calendar month of the year, named for the roman emperor Augustus. Peaked in the U.S. before the turn of the 20th century. Preferred in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Emmy-award winning actress Mariska Hargitay, has a son named August.

Origin: Latin

Gender: Male

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