Gus vs Maxton

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
Maxton Rank #1,275

Gus is more popular, ranked #1216 vs #1275 for Maxton.

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

Maxton ___

  • Maxton James
  • Maxton Lee
  • Maxton Cole
  • Maxton Reid
  • Maxton Blake
  • Maxton Grant

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gus

Harriet Mabel Theodore Olive Archie

If you choose Maxton

Paxton Daxton Braxton Sloane Harper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gus or Maxton more popular?

Gus is more popular, ranked #1216 compared to Maxton at #1275 in the United States.

What do Gus and Maxton mean?

Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin). Maxton means "Macks settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Gus and Maxton boy or girl names?

Gus is primarily a boy name. Maxton is primarily a boy name.

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