Holding steady.
Popularity of Gusta since 1881
Babies named Gusta per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1919, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Gusta's real moment was 1884.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 62 |
| 1890s | 124 |
| 1900s | 93 |
| 1910s | 152 |
| 1920s | 107 |
| 1930s | 30 |
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gusta is a rare feminine name that saw modest usage in the late 19th century, with its peak occurring in 1884 according to U.S. Social Security data. Despite never ranking among the top names, it was recorded as early as 1881 and has remained consistently rare, with a stable trajectory into the present. The name likely arrived with Scandinavian or German immigrants, though it never achieved widespread use. Its meaning remains uncertain, possibly derived from Augusta or a short form of Gustava, linking it to names of Latin or Old Norse origin. Today, Gusta is nearly forgotten, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon historical name.
Gusta is a rare feminine name with multiple possible derivations. It may be a short form of Augusta (Latin for 'majestic, venerable') or Gustava (feminine of Gustav, of debated origin, possibly 'staff of the Geats' or 'guest'). Alternatively, it could be a feminine form of the Old Norse name Gustr, meaning 'gust of wind'. Its usage peaked in the 1880s, primarily in Scandinavian and German communities in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gussie
Sibling names for Gusta
Names that share Gusta's style, for a brother or sister.
