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Gustavo vs Lucian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gustavo

Boy #641 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"staff of the Goths"

Origin: Old Norse/Gothic (Gautstafr)

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Latin American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#641
Total SSA Count
437
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gustavo Rank #641
Lucian Rank #486

Lucian is more popular, ranked #486 vs #641 for Gustavo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gustavo or Lucian more popular?

Lucian is more popular, ranked #486 compared to Gustavo at #641 in the United States.

What do Gustavo and Lucian mean?

Gustavo means "staff of the Goths" (Old Norse/Gothic (Gautstafr) origin). Lucian means "light, illumination" (Latin origin).

Are Gustavo and Lucian boy or girl names?

Gustavo is primarily a boy name. Lucian is primarily a boy name.

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