Gustavo vs Nikolas

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

Popularity Comparison

Gustavo Rank #641
Nikolas Rank #726

Gustavo is more popular, ranked #641 vs #726 for Nikolas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gustavo or Nikolas more popular?

Gustavo is more popular, ranked #641 compared to Nikolas at #726 in the United States.

What do Gustavo and Nikolas mean?

Gustavo means "staff of the Goths" (Old Norse/Gothic (Gautstafr) origin). Nikolas means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Gustavo and Nikolas boy or girl names?

Gustavo is primarily a boy name. Nikolas is primarily a boy name.

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