Gustav: Name day

Name day

Gustav’s name day is celebrated on March 10 in Austria, June 6 in both Norway and Sweden, August 2 in Czechia and Slovakia, August 28 in Croatia and Estonia, and additionally on November 6 in Sweden.

Gustav Name History and Meaning

Gustav is a traditionally masculine European name of Old Swedish origin, meaning "staff of the Goths," suggesting support and leadership. Historically significant, particularly within Nordic royalty, it maintains a classically formal profile globally, though its usage in the USA remains moderate. The name evokes a mood of strong elegance and historical dignity, avoiding overly modern or playful associations. It is universally recognized as a strictly male given name across all cultures where it appears. Its widespread historical adoption across Germanic and Slavic regions confirms its status as an enduring European staple.

Name Day List: Gustav

Country	Day	Month	Names
Austria	10	March	Emil, John, Gustav
Norway	6	June	Gustav, Gyda
Sweden	6	June	Gösta, Gustav
Czechia	2	August	Gustav
Slovakia	2	August	Gustav
Croatia	28	August	Augustin, Tin, Gustav
Estonia	28	August	August, Gustav, Kustav, Kustas, Kusti, Kusto
Sweden	6	November	Adolf, Gustav

Name Day List - similar names (Gustav)

Country	Day	Month	Names
Latvia	27	March	Audra, Gustavs, Gusts, Talrits
Lithuania	2	August	Alfonsas, Guoda, Gustavas, Tautvaldas
Spain	3	August	Gustavo, Lídia
Lithuania	8	August	Daina, Domas, Dominykas, Elidijus, Gustavas, Taulgirdas
USA	28	August	Agustin, August, Augusta, Augustina, Austen, Austin, Austina, Austyn, Gus, Gustava, Gustavo
France	7	October	Gustave, Serge