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UK surname

Augusto

A surname with Latin origins meaning "venerable" or "respected".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Cowlairs and Port Dundas, Milton Keynes and Newham.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Augusto is 134 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

134

2016, ranked #25,636

Peak year

2016

134 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 134 in 2016, ranked #25,636.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 7 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Young Families.

Augusto surname distribution map

The map shows where the Augusto surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Augusto surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Augusto over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1901 historical 4 #33,876
1911 historical 7 #33,083
1997 modern 21 #35,692
1998 modern 30 #34,833
1999 modern 37 #34,248
2000 modern 40 #33,976
2001 modern 41 #33,753
2002 modern 46 #33,631
2003 modern 44 #33,875
2004 modern 59 #32,787
2005 modern 66 #32,303
2006 modern 62 #33,043
2007 modern 75 #32,079
2008 modern 81 #31,713
2009 modern 89 #31,235
2010 modern 100 #30,225
2011 modern 99 #30,218
2012 modern 100 #30,258
2013 modern 117 #27,838
2014 modern 128 #26,490
2015 modern 127 #26,494
2016 modern 134 #25,636

Geography

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Where Augustos are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Cowlairs and Port Dundas, Milton Keynes, Newham, Westminster and Swindon. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Cowlairs and Port Dundas Glasgow City
2 Milton Keynes 016 Milton Keynes
3 Newham 033 Newham
4 Westminster 016 Westminster
5 Swindon 015 Swindon

Forenames

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First names often paired with Augusto

These lists show first names that appear often with the Augusto surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Augusto

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Augusto, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Ethnically Diverse Young Families

Nationally, the Augusto surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Young Families, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Augusto household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many younger parents born overseas (particularly in Africa or EU countries) with children aged 0-4. Individuals identifying as of Mixed or Multiple ethnicities are also common. English may not be the primary language spoken. Accommodation consists principally of flats, and many properties are socially rented and/or overcrowded. Students are also present, unemployment is common, and other adults tend to work in low skilled jobs.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Augusto is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Augusto is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Augusto falls in decile 2 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

2
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Augusto is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Augusto, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Augusto

The surname Augusto is of Latin origin and has its roots in ancient Rome. The name is derived from the Latin word "augustus," which means "venerable" or "consecrated." It was originally a title bestowed upon the first Roman emperor, Augustus Caesar, who reigned from 27 BC to 14 AD.

During the Roman Empire, the name Augusto was associated with imperial power and prestige. It was often given to members of the ruling class or those with close ties to the imperial family. As the Roman Empire expanded, the name spread throughout Europe and the Mediterranean region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Augusto can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Cavensis, a collection of medieval manuscripts from the Benedictine monastery of Cava dei Tirreni in southern Italy. This document, dating back to the 11th century, mentions individuals with the surname Augusto.

In the 12th century, the surname Augusto appeared in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landholdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. This suggests that individuals bearing this name had established themselves in England by the time of the Norman Conquest.

Over the centuries, the surname Augusto has been associated with several notable historical figures. One example is Agostino Augusto (1516-1586), an Italian architect and engineer who designed several prominent buildings in Rome, including the Palazzo dei Conservatori and the Palazzo Nuovo on the Capitoline Hill.

Another notable bearer of the surname was Pedro Augusto (1786-1854), a Portuguese military officer and politician who served as the Prime Minister of Portugal from 1839 to 1841. He played a significant role in the Liberal Wars, a series of civil conflicts that shaped the political landscape of Portugal in the 19th century.

In the realm of literature, one cannot overlook Ludovico Augusto (1792-1857), an Italian poet and playwright known for his tragedies and historical dramas. His works, such as "Romilda e Costanza" and "Gian Maria Visconti," were widely acclaimed during his lifetime.

The surname Augusto also has a presence in the arts, with artists like Giovanni Battista Augusto (1657-1726), an Italian painter and engraver active in Rome during the Baroque period. His works can be found in various churches and galleries across Italy.

Finally, mention must be made of Antonino Augusto (1918-2004), an Italian politician and trade unionist who served as the Mayor of Naples from 1975 to 1983. He played a crucial role in the city's reconstruction efforts following the devastating earthquake of 1980.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Augusto families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Augusto surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Royal Navy leads with 1 Augustos recorded in 1881 and an index of 909.09x.

County Total Index
Royal Navy 1 909.09x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Royal Navy in Royal Navy leads with 1 Augustos recorded in 1881 and an index of 1000.00x.

Place Total Index
Royal Navy 1 1000.00x

FAQ

Augusto surname: questions and answers

How common is the Augusto surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 134 in 2016. That gives Augusto a modern rank of #25,636.

What does the Augusto surname mean?

A surname with Latin origins meaning "venerable" or "respected".

What does the Augusto map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Augusto bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.