What Gustavo means
Gustavo is a boy name of Germanic origin meaning "staff of the Geats". It comes from Old Norse Gautr (Geat) + stafr (staff); alternatively from Slavic Gostislav (guest + glory). It is pronounced goos-TAH-vo.
Etymology uncertain; the Norse compound is poorly attested and a Slavic origin has been proposed. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz, president 1964 to 1970. Gustavo Cerati keeps the name current with rock fans.
About this meaning. The etymology is uncertain or disputed. The reading above is the best-supported one; popular baby-name sites often give a more romantic gloss that the dictionaries do not confirm.
Nicknames in Mexico: Gus, Tavo. See the guide to Mexican nicknames.
Popularity: a common name in Mexico.
