Back to Baby Names

Gustavo vs Philip

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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Gustavo Rank #641
Philip Rank #522

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #641 for Gustavo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gustavo or Philip more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Gustavo at #641 in the United States.

What do Gustavo and Philip mean?

Gustavo means "staff of the Goths" (Old Norse/Gothic (Gautstafr) origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Gustavo and Philip boy or girl names?

Gustavo is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons