Gustav as a Male Name
Gustav is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Gustav for a boy get a name with a clear Scandinavian (Old Norse/Old Swedish) heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Gustav means “Staff of the Geats (or 'staff of the gods')” and is of Scandinavian (Old Norse/Old Swedish) origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Gustaf, Gustave, Gustavo, Gustaaf.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Gustav across all genders, see the complete Gustav name meaning.
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Is Gustav a boy's name?+
Gustav is most commonly a boy's name. It means “Staff of the Geats (or 'staff of the gods')” and is of Scandinavian (Old Norse/Old Swedish) origin.
What does Gustav mean?+
Gustav means “Staff of the Geats (or 'staff of the gods')” and originates from Scandinavian (Old Norse/Old Swedish).