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Mars 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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mars Rank #1,455
Gus Rank #1,216

Gus is more popular, ranked #1216 vs #1455 for Mars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mars or Gus more popular?

Gus is more popular, ranked #1216 compared to Mars at #1455 in the United States.

What do Mars and Gus mean?

Mars means "god of war" (Latin/Roman origin). Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin).

Are Mars and Gus boy or girl names?

Mars is primarily a boy name. Gus is primarily a boy name.

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