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Name Origin

Augustus is a masculine given name of Latin origin. It derives from the title Augustus, meaning 'venerable' or 'majestic,' which was bestowed upon Gaius Octavius, the first Roman Emperor.

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Famous People

Augustus Pugin (1812-1852)

Architect, Designer, Critic

  • Leading figure in the Gothic Revival movement
  • Designed Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace)
  • Influential architectural theorist