Elmer vs Gus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gus

Boy #1,216 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"great, venerable"

Origin: Latin (Augustus)

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,216
Total SSA Count
166
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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Popularity Comparison

Elmer Rank #1,169
Gus Rank #1,216

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 vs #1216 for Gus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elmer or Gus more popular?

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 compared to Gus at #1216 in the United States.

What do Elmer and Gus mean?

Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin). Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin).

Are Elmer and Gus boy or girl names?

Elmer is primarily a boy name. Gus is primarily a boy name.

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