Great, magnificent, or venerable
Augusten is a derivative of the Latin name Augustus, which was a title given to Roman emperors to signify their sacred or majestic status. It carries a sense of dignity and historical weight, often associated with the month of August. While less common than August or Augustine, it offers a more distinct, literary flair.
Less common today
Augusten isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,725 in 2015.
American memoirist and author of Running with Scissors
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).