Gustav: 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 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.