Gustav vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gustav

Boy #3,344 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"staff of the Goths, divine staff"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Swedish German Norwegian Danish Finnish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,344
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gus, Gusti

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Gustav Rank #3,344
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3344 for Gustav.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gustav ___

  • Gustav Erik
  • Gustav Wilhelm
  • Gustav Ludwig
  • Gustav Hans
  • Gustav Axel
  • Gustav Emil

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gustav

Otto Sigrid Ingrid Axel Elsa

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gustav or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Gustav at #3344 in the United States.

What do Gustav and Theodore mean?

Gustav means "staff of the Goths, divine staff" (Old Norse origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Gustav and Theodore boy or girl names?

Gustav is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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