Gus vs Noah

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
Noah Rank #2

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1216 for Gus.

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

Noah ___

  • Noah James
  • Noah Alexander
  • Noah William
  • Noah Thomas
  • Noah Oliver
  • Noah Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gus

Harriet Mabel Theodore Olive Archie

If you choose Noah

Olivia Emma Sophia Liam Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gus or Noah more popular?

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Gus at #1216 in the United States.

What do Gus and Noah mean?

Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin). Noah means "motion, wandering" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gus and Noah boy or girl names?

Gus is primarily a boy name. Noah is primarily a boy name.

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