Ignacio vs Gustavo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ignacio

Boy #824 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"fiery, ardent"

Origin: Latin folk etymology (ignis = fire)

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Boy #641 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"staff of the Goths"

Origin: Old Norse/Gothic (Gautstafr)

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Ignacio Rank #824

Gustavo Rank #641

Gustavo is more popular, ranked #641 vs #824 for Ignacio.

Is Ignacio or Gustavo more popular?

Gustavo is more popular, ranked #641 compared to Ignacio at #824 in the United States.

What do Ignacio and Gustavo mean?

Ignacio means "fiery, ardent" (Latin folk etymology (ignis = fire) origin). Gustavo means "staff of the Goths" (Old Norse/Gothic (Gautstafr) origin).

Are Ignacio and Gustavo boy or girl names?

Ignacio is primarily a boy name. Gustavo is primarily a boy name.