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Gustave
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
5,420
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1915
Peak Popularity Year
152
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Gustave 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
Gustave is a name with Old French origins, derived from Germanic roots meaning 'staff of the gods' or 'royal staff'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Gundstaf and Gustaf. The name gained popularity in 19th century France and is perceived as elegant today. It has notable biblical relevance and is associated with several famous individuals.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɡys.tav/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Gustave is derived from the Germanic elements 'gund' meaning 'war' and 'staf' meaning 'staff' or 'support'. It was popularized in France during the 19th century.
Meaning
staff of the gods, royal staff
Language Evolution
Gundstaf (Old German), Gustaf (Old Swedish), Gustave (Old French)
Historical Usage
Gustave gained popularity in France during the 19th century, particularly associated with French royalty and nobility, and has since spread to various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Gustav, Gustavo, Gus
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Gustave is seen as a classic and sophisticated name, often associated with elegance and culture.
Famous People
Gustave Eiffel - French civil engineer and architect known for the Eiffel Tower, Gustave Flaubert - Renowned French novelist, Gustave Courbet - Influential French painter
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 152 peak births in 1915
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 1 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 511th of 7545 | 2,245 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 916th of 6773 | 900 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1418th of 7552 | 570 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2355th of 10718 | 265 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4003rd of 16616 | 201 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6231st of 24088 | 188 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7476th of 23106 | 125 |