Gustavus
Pronunciation: [ g-UHST-uhv-uhs ]
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Gustavus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 148 babies have been named Gustavus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gustavus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,100 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,100
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Gustavus
Gustavus is a boy name .
Gustavus is currently ranked #26,100 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gustavus include Gus, Gust, Gusty, Gustie, Gusta, Gustay, Gustaie, Vus, Vusy, Vusie, Guy, and Guie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Gustavus include Gustavo, Gustav . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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