"lucky, fortunate, auspicious"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Fausto
Pronunciation: [ f-AWST-oh ]
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Things to Know About This Name
- Faust is associated with the legendary figure who sold his soul to the devil -- a cultural touchstone in literature and opera
The Story of Fausto
Fausto comes from the Latin Faustus meaning lucky, fortunate, or auspicious, derived from favere meaning to be favorable. It was a common name in ancient Rome. The name gained literary immortality through the legend of Faust, the scholar who makes a pact with the devil -- explored by Marlowe, Goethe, and countless others.
Fausto has been used in Italy, Spain, and Latin America for centuries. It remains a traditional name in these cultures, carrying the classical dignity of its Roman origin. The Faust legend has kept the name culturally relevant even as it becomes less common.
The name is forever linked with Goethe's masterpiece Faust (1808-1832), one of the greatest works of German literature, in which Faust sells his soul to the devil Mephistopheles in pursuit of knowledge. This gives the name a complicated literary shadow alongside its originally positive meaning.
Historical Record
Fausto first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,572 babies have been named Fausto in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Fausto is past its peak , currently ranked #3,492 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Goethe's Faust is considered one of the greatest works in all of Western literature, taking him 60 years to complete
- The original Faust legend may be based on a real German alchemist named Johann Georg Faust (c. 1480-1540)
- Fausto Coppi was one of Italy's greatest cyclists, known as Il Campionissimo
Fausto in Other Languages
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German
Faust
Italian
Fausto
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Fausto
Popularity Over Time
#3,492
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1983
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Fausto
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Fausto Coppi
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Legendary scholar who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for knowledge -- the subject of Goethe's masterwork and ma...
Legendary scholar who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for knowledge -- the subject of Goethe's masterwork and many operas
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,492
- Total SSA Count
- 33
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish Portuguese Latin American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Faus
Fausti
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fausto
What does the name Fausto mean?
"lucky, fortunate, auspicious" (from Latin). Fausto comes from the Latin Faustus meaning lucky, fortunate, or auspicious, derived from favere meaning to be favorable. It was a common name in ancient Rome. The name gained literary immortality through the legend of Faust, the scholar who makes a pact with the devil -- explored by Marlowe, Goethe, and countless others.
What is the origin of the name Fausto?
Fausto has Latin, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American origins. In Latin, it means "lucky, fortunate, auspicious".
Is Fausto a boy or girl name?
Fausto is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Fausto?
Fausto is pronounced f-AWST-oh.
How popular is the name Fausto?
Fausto is currently ranked #3492 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Fausto?
Common nicknames for Fausto include Faus and Fausti.
What are good middle names for Fausto?
Popular middle name pairings include Fausto Marco, Fausto Lorenzo, Fausto Alessandro, Fausto Rafael, Fausto Carlos, and Fausto Miguel.
What are good sibling names for Fausto?
Names that pair well with Fausto as siblings include Lorenzo, Benedetto, Giulia, Valentina, Lucia, Marco, and Aldo.
How many syllables does Fausto have?
Fausto has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Fausto a common or rare name?
Fausto is an uncommon name, ranked #3492 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Fausto?
Are there other spellings for Fausto?
Related spellings include Faustino.
About the Name Fausto
Fausto is a boy name with Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American origins . The name means "lucky, fortunate, auspicious" in Latin .
Fausto is currently ranked #3,492 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Fausto has 2 syllables and is pronounced f-AWST-oh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Fausto include Faus and Fausti. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Fausto include Faustino . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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