Auggie is an unconventional yet appealing short form of Augustus, a name of Latin origin meaning 'great'. It's often used as a pet name for boys named August. The name Auggie has gained popularity in recent years, perhaps due to its unique sound and association with the popular children's book "Wonder" by R.J. Palaccio, which features a character named Auggie Pullman. Despite its recent surge in popularity, the name Auggie has been around for some time and is often seen as a fun, friendly, and somewhat whimsical choice for a boy's name.
"Auggie's popularity has surged in recent years, with a total of 187 babies named Auggie born between 1933 and 2023. While it remained rare until 2015, the name has seen significant growth since then, with the highest number of births occurring in both 2022 and 2023 (31 each)."