Gustaf
Meaning of Gustaf
Gustaf is a male name with Swedish origin. It is pronounced as GOO-stahf (/ɡʌstɑf/) in Swedish. The name Gustaf is a variation of Gustav, and both names have a long history and are associated with strength and power. In terms of popularity in the United States, the name Gustaf has had varying levels of usage over the years. In recent times, it has been given to around 5-10 newborn boys per year, but it has not ranked among the top names. However, it's worth noting that popularity can change over time, and some parents may be drawn to its unique and distinguished sound.
Pronunciation
Swedish
- Pronunced as GOO-stahf (/ɡʌstɑf/)
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Notable People Named Gustaf
| Gustaf VI Adolf was King of Sweden from 1950 to 1973 and a lifelong archaeology enthusiast. |
| Gustaf V was King of Sweden from 1907 to 1950 and its oldest monarch, living to age 92. |
| Magnus Gustaf Retzius was a Swedish physician and anatomist known for his research on the sense organs and nervous system. |
| Gustaf Skarsgård - Gustaf Skarsgard is a Swedish actor best known for playing Floki in Vikings and appearing in Westworld and Oppenheimer. |
| Gustaf Douglas was a Swedish aristocrat, billionaire businessman, politician, and member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences. |
| Gustaf Banér - Gustaf Baner was a Swedish nobleman and member of Sweden's Privy Council. |
| Gustaf Wilhelm Hammar was a Swedish-born American experimental physicist who immigrated to the United States in 1913. |
| Gustaf Cederström - Gustaf Olof Cederstrom was a Swedish painter known for his historical scenes and portraits. |
| Gustaf Johan Billberg was a Swedish lawyer and amateur naturalist honored with the naming of the plant genus Billbergia. |
| Gustaf Hagelin was a Swedish Army officer and equestrian who won a team silver medal at the 1924 Olympics with his horse Varius. |
