Pagan Names

The name Gustav is old Norse or Scandinavian. It may mean "Staff of the Goths". A staff is a symbol of leadership, particularly spiritual leadership or a literal or figurative guide. The Goths were a Germanic tribe known for their strength and military prowess and credited with aiding in the fall of the Roman Empire.

Alternative translations for this name include "Leader of the tribe" "royal staff" and "staff of the Gods".

Gustav may also be a variation of the Slavic name Gostislav which means "guest glory".

Variants: Gustave, Gustaf

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