Gustavo: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Gustavo · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Gustavo: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Staff of the Goths»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Germanic
Popularity
74 out of 100
Where Gustavo is popular
- BrazilArpen-Brasil / Portal da Transparencia do Registro CivilTop 50
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About the Name Gustavo
Gustavo is a boy's name with Germanic roots, traditionally understood to mean "Staff of the Goths." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced Gustavo, Gustavo runs to 3 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Gustavo is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Gustavo is a steadily chosen option, scoring 74 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as .
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FAQ
What does the name Gustavo mean?+
The name Gustavo means "Staff of the Goths".
What is the origin of the name Gustavo?+
Gustavo is a name of Germanic origin.
Is Gustavo a girl or boy name?+
Gustavo is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Gustavo?+
Gustavo is pronounced Gustavo (3 syllables).
Is Gustavo a popular name?+
Gustavo is a steadily chosen option, scoring 74 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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