"Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken."
Biblical Name · Latin Origin
Augustus Meaning in the Bible
Augustus
boy
Augustus means "Great or venerable", a boy's name of Latin origin. Augustus appears in the King James Bible, and Luke 2:1 is the passage most often tied to it. Reminds us that God sovereignly uses even secular rulers to fulfill His purposes.
Is Augustus in the Bible?
Yes — Augustus appears in the King James Bible, including Luke 2:1.
Pronunciation:/aw-GUS-tus/
OriginLatin
MeaningGreat or venerable
What does Augustus mean?
Augustus is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "Great or venerable". The Roman Emperor who issued the census decree that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem.
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What does Augustus mean in the Bible?
Augustus means "Great or venerable" and is a name of Latin origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
The Roman Emperor who issued the census decree that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem.
Where does Augustus appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Augustus is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Luke 2:1. Each verse is quoted in full below.
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What are the variants and nicknames of Augustus?
Augustus has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
Variants & related forms
Which books of the Bible mention Augustus?
Augustus is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Augustus?
Reminds us that God sovereignly uses even secular rulers to fulfill His purposes.
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Augustus name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Augustus
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Augustus?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Augustus?
You can read every verse where Augustus appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.