Holding steady.
Popularity of Gustavia since 1902
Babies named Gustavia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1919, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Gustavia's real moment was 1902.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 18 |
| 1910s | 54 |
| 1920s | 82 |
| 1930s | 56 |
| 1940s | 37 |
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 7 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gustavia is an exceedingly rare name, first recorded in the Social Security data in 1902, which also marks its peak year of usage. The name has never ranked in the top 1000 and remains a unique choice. Its trajectory has been essentially flat, with negligible use across decades. The name's origin is uncertain, possibly a feminine form of Gustav or a reference to the Swedish colony Gustavia in Saint Barthélemy. For families seeking a distinctive name with Scandinavian roots, Gustavia offers a historical and uncommon option.
Gustavia is likely a feminine elaboration of Gustav, a name of Old Norse origin composed of elements meaning 'staff of the Geats' or 'guest' and 'staff'. It may also be linked to the Latinized form of the Swedish royal name Vasa, as Gustavia was the name given to the Swedish colony in the Caribbean. The name saw very limited use in the early 20th century, primarily in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gus, Gusta, Tavia
Variants: Gustavine, Gustava
Sibling names for Gustavia
Names that share Gustavia's style, for a brother or sister.
