Gustavo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationgoos-TAH-voh / ɡusˈtɑ.voʊSpanish; Portuguese
Meaning
Staff of the Goths
Historical & Cultural Background
Gustavo is derived from the Old Norse name Gustaf, which means 'staff of the Goths.' It has been a popular name in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. The name has historical significance, particularly in Sweden, where it has been borne by several kings. In Latin America, Gustavo is commonly used and has cultural resonance in various artistic fields.
Trend Summary
Gustavo has seen a steady presence in the U.S. but is not among the top trending names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gustav
- Gus
International Variants
- Gustave (French)
- Gustavus (Latin)
- Gustavo (Italian)
Famous people named Gustavo
Gustavo Dudamel is a Venezuelan conductor known for his work with the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Gustavo Fring is a fictional character from the television series 'Breaking Bad' and 'Better Call Saul,' portrayed as a drug lord.
Gustavo Santaolalla is an Argentine musician and composer, recognized for his film scores and contributions to Latin music.
Gustavo Petro is a Colombian politician who served as the mayor of Bogotá and is known for his progressive policies.
Fictional characters named Gustavo
Gustavo 'Gus' Portokalos is a character from the film 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding,' known for his humorous personality.
Gustavo 'Gus' McCrae is a character from the novel 'Lonesome Dove,' recognized for his adventurous spirit.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gustavo was first seen in the United States in 1911. Gustavo has ranked as high as #471 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Gustavo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gustavo (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 100 | |
CA | 73 | |
FL | 31 | |
AZ | 20 | |
IL | 19 | |
GA | 14 | |
NY | 13 | |
IN | 11 | |
NC | 10 | |
WA | 9 | |
MA | 8 | |
PA | 7 | |
LA | 6 | |
AL | 6 | |
MD | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1911 | 8 |
1913 | 12 |
1914 | 11 |
1915 | 15 |
1916 | 16 |
1917 | 20 |
1918 | 22 |
1919 | 25 |
1920 | 26 |
1921 | 28 |
1922 | 24 |
1923 | 30 |
1924 | 39 |
1925 | 31 |
1926 | 32 |
1927 | 35 |
1928 | 41 |
1929 | 31 |
1930 | 41 |
1931 | 37 |
1932 | 38 |
1933 | 38 |
1934 | 39 |
1935 | 43 |
1936 | 27 |
1937 | 35 |
1938 | 30 |
1939 | 38 |
1940 | 39 |
1941 | 40 |
1942 | 36 |
1943 | 33 |
1944 | 39 |
1945 | 38 |
1946 | 49 |
1947 | 57 |
1948 | 58 |
1949 | 55 |
1950 | 70 |
1951 | 86 |
1952 | 78 |
1953 | 113 |
1954 | 111 |
1955 | 115 |
1956 | 113 |
1957 | 107 |
1958 | 140 |
1959 | 149 |
1960 | 140 |
1961 | 188 |
1962 | 175 |
1963 | 212 |
1964 | 178 |
1965 | 183 |
1966 | 177 |
1967 | 194 |
1968 | 210 |
1969 | 240 |
1970 | 271 |
1971 | 279 |
1972 | 262 |
1973 | 289 |
1974 | 307 |
1975 | 307 |
1976 | 319 |
1977 | 330 |
1978 | 304 |
1979 | 336 |
1980 | 390 |
1981 | 508 |
1982 | 451 |
1983 | 378 |
1984 | 371 |
1985 | 452 |
1986 | 447 |
1987 | 629 |
1988 | 526 |
1989 | 699 |
1990 | 722 |
1991 | 849 |
1992 | 873 |
1993 | 1,010 |
1994 | 969 |
1995 | 912 |
1996 | 898 |
1997 | 918 |
1998 | 896 |
1999 | 935 |
2000 | 1,290 |
2001 | 1,140 |
2002 | 1,177 |
2003 | 1,170 |
2004 | 1,102 |
2005 | 1,114 |
2006 | 1,080 |
2007 | 1,137 |
2008 | 973 |
2009 | 838 |
2010 | 684 |
2011 | 624 |
2012 | 707 |
2013 | 609 |
2014 | 586 |
2015 | 545 |
2016 | 517 |
2017 | 487 |
2018 | 443 |
2019 | 457 |
2020 | 432 |
2021 | 416 |
2022 | 434 |
2023 | 433 |
2024 | 437 |