Gustav Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGOOS-tahv / /ˈɡʊstɑːv/German; Scandinavian
Meaning
Staff of the Goths; royal staff
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Gustav has roots in both German and Scandinavian cultures. It became popular in Sweden, particularly due to King Gustav I, who ruled in the 16th century. The name has been borne by several Swedish kings, contributing to its royal connotation. It is also associated with various notable figures in music and literature.
Trend Summary
The name Gustav has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gustaf
- Gustavus
International Variants
- Gustave (French)
- Gustavus (Latin)
- Gustav (Swedish)
- Gustav (Norwegian)
- Gustav (Danish)
Famous people named Gustav
Gustav Mahler was an Austrian composer and conductor known for his symphonies and song cycles.
Gustav Klimt was an Austrian symbolist painter, famous for his distinctive style and works such as 'The Kiss'.
Gustav Holst was an English composer, best known for his orchestral suite 'The Planets'.
Fictional characters named Gustav
Gustav is a character in the animated film 'The Secret Life of Pets', serving as a pet dog.
Gustav von Aschenborn is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', known for his tragic backstory.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gustav was first seen in the United States in 1880. Gustav has ranked as high as #753 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, New Jersey, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Gustav has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gustav (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 33 |
| 1881 | 18 |
| 1882 | 43 |
| 1883 | 44 |
| 1884 | 36 |
| 1885 | 28 |
| 1886 | 32 |
| 1887 | 34 |
| 1888 | 30 |
| 1889 | 27 |
| 1890 | 21 |
| 1891 | 23 |
| 1892 | 25 |
| 1893 | 21 |
| 1894 | 19 |
| 1895 | 19 |
| 1896 | 33 |
| 1897 | 16 |
| 1898 | 23 |
| 1899 | 18 |
| 1900 | 19 |
| 1901 | 15 |
| 1902 | 13 |
| 1903 | 15 |
| 1904 | 16 |
| 1905 | 22 |
| 1906 | 14 |
| 1907 | 13 |
| 1908 | 22 |
| 1909 | 17 |
| 1910 | 22 |
| 1911 | 28 |
| 1912 | 68 |
| 1913 | 70 |
| 1914 | 74 |
| 1915 | 92 |
| 1916 | 97 |
| 1917 | 99 |
| 1918 | 90 |
| 1919 | 83 |
| 1920 | 60 |
| 1921 | 73 |
| 1922 | 64 |
| 1923 | 61 |
| 1924 | 62 |
| 1925 | 50 |
| 1926 | 77 |
| 1927 | 53 |
| 1928 | 57 |
| 1929 | 55 |
| 1930 | 51 |
| 1931 | 42 |
| 1932 | 30 |
| 1933 | 42 |
| 1934 | 49 |
| 1935 | 24 |
| 1936 | 26 |
| 1937 | 28 |
| 1938 | 25 |
| 1939 | 22 |
| 1940 | 30 |
| 1941 | 29 |
| 1942 | 24 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 16 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1946 | 31 |
| 1947 | 31 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 26 |
| 1950 | 24 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 24 |
| 1953 | 17 |
| 1954 | 26 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 25 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 17 |
| 1959 | 19 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 19 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 25 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 33 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 38 |
| 2009 | 43 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 33 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 35 |