Masculine dossier · first seen 1880

Gus

Stable Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1921
Peak births
327
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19212025
peak 1921 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Gus

How many people are named Gus?

An estimated 8,791 living Americans are named Gus.

How rare is Gus?

Gus is uncommon among babies today, with 145 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 55.7% from its 1921 peak.

How old is the typical Gus?

The median age of a living American named Gus is approximately 46 years, with most bearers falling between 13 and 68 years old.

Is Gus still popular?

Yes. Gus is holding steady, with 145 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.

Peak year
1921
Decline from peak
55.7%
2025
145
All-time
20,119