Gustav vs August

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gustav

Boy #3,344 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"staff of the Goths, divine staff"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

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Gustav Rank #3,344

August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #3344 for Gustav.

Is Gustav or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Gustav at #3344 in the United States.

What do Gustav and August mean?

Gustav means "staff of the Goths, divine staff" (Old Norse origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Gustav and August boy or girl names?

Gustav is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.