Gustav

Boy

Gustav is a boy's name of Scandinavian origin meaning "From Old Norse meaning staff of the Goths.". It is pronounced GUS-tahf. Today it is a popular name (popularity 73/100).

Scandinavian origin · /GUS-tahf/ · nordic

Meaning: From Old Norse meaning staff of the Goths.

Popularity 73/1002 syllablesPeaked 1917→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Gustav

What does Gustav mean?

Gustav means "From Old Norse meaning staff of the Goths.". It is of Scandinavian origin.

Is Gustav a boy or girl name?

Gustav is traditionally a boy's name.

How popular is Gustav?

Gustav is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 73/100. It was most popular in the 1910s.

How is Gustav pronounced?

Gustav is pronounced GUS-tahf.

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