Boy name
Gustaf name meaning
“staff of the Geats”
Gustaf is a masculine Swedish name commonly linked to the meaning staff of the Geats. It is a Swedish form of Gustav and follows that name's traditional interpretation. The origin of the first element remains debated, so this meaning reflects the traditional explanation of Gustav.
What does Gustaf mean?
Staff of the Geats
In Indonesian: tongkat penopang kaum Geat
Origin and cultural usage of Gustaf
Gustaf is a Swedish form of Gustav, traditionally interpreted as staff of the Geats. The origin of the first element remains debated.
Name combinations with Gustaf
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Gustaf, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Gustaf: staff of the Geats
- Bina: to build and develop
- Wicaksana: wise and discerning
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Meaning of each word
- Gustaf: staff of the Geats
- Sundoro: beautiful, lovely
- Bangkit: rise again, begin moving forward
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Gustaf Shri
Meaning of each word
- Gustaf: staff of the Geats
- Shri: splendor, beauty, prosperity
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Meaning of each word
- Ismoyo: another name for Semar
- Gustaf: staff of the Geats
- Kurniawan: one endowed with a gift or grace
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Gustaf Triaji
Meaning of each word
- Gustaf: staff of the Geats
- Triaji: three; valuable or honored
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Meaning of each word
- Gustaf: staff of the Geats
- Panut: obedient, following guidance
- Madya: the middle, an intermediate level
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How to pronounce Gustaf
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦒꦸꦱ꧀ꦠꦥ꦳꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮌᮥᮞ᮪ᮒᮖ᮪ |
Is Gustaf a boy’s name?
Yes, Gustaf is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Gustaf ranks #1,817 among boy names in our data sample (10 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Gustaf
Famous people named Gustaf
- Gustaf Adolf Dupe
- Gustaf Evert Matulessy
- Gustaf Fonataba · b. 1956
- Gustaf Rudolf Rame
- Gustaf Sitindaon
FAQ about the name Gustaf
What is the meaning of Gustaf?
Gustaf means staff of the Geats. Gustaf is a Swedish form of Gustav, traditionally interpreted as staff of the Geats. The origin of the first element remains debated.
Is Gustaf a boy’s name?
Yes, Gustaf is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Gustaf?
Gustaf is of European origin.
How many syllables does Gustaf have?
Gustaf has 2 syllables (Gus-taf) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Gustaf?
Gustaf ranks #1,817 among boy names in our data sample (10 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Gustaf?
Some ideas: Gustaf Bina Wicaksana; Gustaf Sundoro Bangkit; Gustaf Shri.
Famous people named Gustaf?
Notable people named Gustaf include Gustaf Adolf Dupe, Gustaf Evert Matulessy, Gustaf Fonataba.
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