Gustavo
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Gustavo is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning "Staff of the gods, divine strength".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Spanish
Religion
Christian
Popularity
8 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Staff of the gods, divine strength
Etymology
From Spanish form of Gustav, derived from Old Norse Gustav, combining gods (gud) and staff (stafr).
Famous People Named Gustavo
- Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer — Spanish poet
- Gustavo Petro — 34th President of Colombia since 2022
- Gustavo Kuerten — Brazilian tennis player
- Gustavo Cerati — Argentine musician (1959–2014)
Frequently Asked Questions About Gustavo
What does the name Gustavo mean?
Gustavo means "Staff of the gods, divine strength", and is of Spanish origin.
What is the origin of the name Gustavo?
Gustavo originates from Spanish, commonly used in South America.
Is Gustavo a boy or girl name?
Gustavo is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Gustavo associated with?
Gustavo is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Gustavo?
Yes — notable people named Gustavo include Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer (Spanish poet), Gustavo Petro (34th President of Colombia since 2022), Gustavo Kuerten (Brazilian tennis player) and Gustavo Cerati (Argentine musician, 1959–2014).
Last updated: June 2026