Gustavo is of Spanish origin, derived from the Germanic name 'Godi', which means 'staff of God'. This name has gained popularity worldwide and can be found in various spellings such as Gustavo, Gustaaf, and Gustaw. It was brought to prominence by figures like Gustavo III, King of Sweden, who ruled from 1771 to 1792. The name Gustavo is often associated with creativity and intelligence due to notable bearers such as Brazilian musician Gustavo Cerati and Spanish painter Gustavo Bacarisas.
The name Gustavo experienced popularity spikes in the late 70s and mid-90s with 7 births per year or higher. However, it generally maintained a steady presence throughout the decades presented, with a total of 104 births recorded.