Gus
English · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Gus
Gus is a diminutive of Augustus, derived from the Latin word "augustus" meaning "majestic" or "venerable." The name originates from ancient Rome, where it was a title of honor given to the first Roman emperor.
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Etymology
Gus is a diminutive of Augustus, derived from the Latin word "augustus" meaning "majestic" or "venerable." The name originates from ancient Rome, where it was a title of honor given to the first Roman emperor.
The name has been used primarily in English-speaking, Germanic, and Scandinavian cultures, with notable historical figures including King Gustav of Sweden and American figures like Gus Hall; it is secular in nature though historically associated with Christian societies.
Gus currently ranks #1,331 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1921.
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