Faust is of Latin origin, meaning 'lucky' or 'fortunate'. It is derived from the Latin word 'faustus', which translates to 'auspicious' or 'successful'. The name Faust was popularized by the character of Dr. Faustus in the German legend and its subsequent adaptations in literature, most notably Christopher Marlowe's play 'Doctor Faustus'. Historically, Faust has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages. It is more commonly associated with Germany and other Germanic regions, but it can also be found in other European countries.
The name Faust experienced fluctuating popularity between 1914 and 1930, with a noticeable peak in 1923 (8 births) and several years where it remained consistent around 5-6 births annually. Overall, there were 71 babies named Faust during this period.