Boy · 309th of 7,545
Gus
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
19,977
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1921
Peak Popularity Year
327
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Gus stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Gus is a name of Latin origin, derived from Augustus, meaning great or magnificent. It evolved through historical forms such as Augustus and Augustin before becoming popular in English as Gus. The name is associated with traits of friendliness and charm, with no direct biblical relevance. It has seen significant popularity since the 19th century and has various variants including Augustus and Angus.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɡʌs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Gus is derived from the Latin name Augustus, which means 'great' or 'magnificent.' It was commonly used as a diminutive of the names Augustine or Angus.
Meaning
great, magnificent
Language Evolution
Augustus (Latin), Augustin (Old French), Gus (English)
Historical Usage
Gus gained popularity in the 19th century as a standalone name and has remained popular in various cultures since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Augustus, Augustine, Angus, Gustav
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Gus is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and charm.
Famous People
Gus Van Sant - American film director, Gus Fring - fictional character from the television series 'Breaking Bad', Gus Dudgeon - English record producer
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 327 peak births in 1921
Geographic Spread
Popular across 38 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 309th of 7545 | 5,450 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 426th of 6773 | 3,451 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 571st of 7552 | 3,273 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 837th of 10718 | 1,516 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1650th of 16616 | 736 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1581st of 24088 | 1,396 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1129th of 23106 | 2,116 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |