Gus vs Lucius

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

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

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

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gus ___

  • Gus William
  • Gus Henry
  • Gus Frederick
  • Gus James
  • Gus Elliott
  • Gus Alexander

Lucius ___

  • Lucius James
  • Lucius Edward
  • Lucius Theodore
  • Lucius Augustus
  • Lucius Bartholomew
  • Lucius Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gus

Harriet Mabel Theodore Olive Archie

If you choose Lucius

Atticus Julius Octavia Cecilia Cassius

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gus or Lucius more popular?

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

What do Gus and Lucius mean?

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

Are Gus and Lucius boy or girl names?

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

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