Gustavo
/ goo-STAH-voh /
“staff of the goths” — Spanish/Italian (from Old Norse)
#6402024 rank
2000peak year
37,829babies named Gustavo since 1880
▼ 4%5-year trend
Gustavo popularity over 145 years
💎 Rare find · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Gustavo mean?
The Spanish and Italian form of Gustav, from Old Norse elements often read as 'staff of the Goths'. A royal name in Sweden and a Latin American staple.
OriginSpanish/Italian (from Old Norse)
Syllables3
Genderboy
Styleclassic, vintage
Names like Gustavo
Same era, same vibe — if you like Gustavo, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Gustavos
- Gustavo Dudamel, conductor
Spellings & variants
GustavGustave
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