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Summary

Gus is a name of Latin origin, derived from Augustus, meaning great or magnificent. It evolved through historical forms such as Augustus and Augustin before becoming popular in English as Gus. The name is associated with traits of friendliness and charm, with no direct biblical relevance. It has seen significant popularity since the 19th century and has various variants including Augustus and Angus.

The name Gus is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gus has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Gus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 309th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 426th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 571st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 837th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1650th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1581st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1129th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Gus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.