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Gus vs Benaiah

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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gus Rank #1,216
Benaiah Rank #1,286

Gus is more popular, ranked #1216 vs #1286 for Benaiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gus or Benaiah more popular?

Gus is more popular, ranked #1216 compared to Benaiah at #1286 in the United States.

What do Gus and Benaiah mean?

Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin). Benaiah means "God has built, Yahweh has built" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gus and Benaiah boy or girl names?

Gus is primarily a boy name. Benaiah is primarily a boy name.

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