Lucius vs Gus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gus

Boy #1,216 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"great, venerable"

Origin: Latin (Augustus)

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,216
Total SSA Count
166
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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Popularity Comparison

Lucius Rank #1,390
Gus Rank #1,216

Gus is more popular, ranked #1216 vs #1390 for Lucius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucius or Gus more popular?

Gus is more popular, ranked #1216 compared to Lucius at #1390 in the United States.

What do Lucius and Gus mean?

Lucius means "light, illumination" (Latin origin). Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin).

Are Lucius and Gus boy or girl names?

Lucius is primarily a boy name. Gus is primarily a boy name.

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