Gustavo Gress

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gustavo Gress — Germanic
38K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gustavo Gress is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Gustavo is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Gustavo is the Latinate form of a Germanic male given name with respective prevalence in Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian. It is derived from Gustav /ˈɡʊstɑːv/, also spelled Gustaf, a Swedish name, likely from Slavic Gostislav. The surname Gress: David Gress (born 1953), Danish historian Drew Gress (born 1959), American jazz double-bassist and composer Elsa Gress (1919–1988), Danish writer and dramatist Gilbert Gress (born 1941), French footballer and manager Jesse Gress (1956–2023), American rock guitarist Stefan Gress, German plastic surgeon Gustavo is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 38K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Gustavo reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gustavo

Germanic

Gustavo is the Latinate form of a Germanic male given name with respective prevalence in Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian. It is derived from Gustav /ˈɡʊstɑːv/, also spelled Gustaf, a Swedish name, likely from Slavic Gostislav.

Surname: Gress

French

David Gress (born 1953), Danish historian Drew Gress (born 1959), American jazz double-bassist and composer Elsa Gress (1919–1988), Danish writer and dramatist Gilbert Gress (born 1941), French footballer and manager Jesse Gress (1956–2023), American rock guitarist Stefan Gress, German plastic surgeon

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gustavo is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 29%
Australia 11%
Canada 11%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gustavo by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Gustavo Gress

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Gustavo Gress:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Gustavo?
The first name Gustavo originates from Germanic. Gustavo is the Latinate form of a Germanic male given name with respective prevalence in Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian. It is derived from Gustav /ˈɡʊstɑːv/, also spelled Gustaf, a Swedish name, likely from Slavic Gostislav.
When was Gustavo most popular?
The name Gustavo reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Gress?
The surname Gress originates from French. David Gress (born 1953), Danish historian Drew Gress (born 1959), American jazz double-bassist and composer Elsa Gress (1919–1988), Danish writer and dramatist Gilbert Gress (born 1941), French footballer and manager Jesse Gress (1956–2023), American rock guitarist Stefan Gress, German plastic surgeon
What are the origins of the name Gustavo Gress?
The name Gustavo Gress combines two different traditions: the first name Gustavo has Germanic roots, while the surname Gress originates from French.
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