Gustaaf

Teutonic

"staff of the Goths"

Gustaaf Origin and Meaning

The name Gustaaf is a boy's name of Dutch origin.

Gustaaf is the Dutch and Flemish variation of Gustav, a name of Swedish origin meaning 'staff of the Goths' or 'God's staff.' This name carries significant historical weight, having been borne by several Swedish kings. Primarily used in the Netherlands, Belgium, and among Dutch-speaking communities, Gustaaf emerged as a distinct spelling variant during the medieval period. The name conveys strength and dignity, with connections to Nordic heritage. While never extremely common internationally, Gustaaf has maintained steady usage in Dutch-speaking regions. It experienced its greatest popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, following patterns of many traditional Germanic names. The distinctive double 'a' spelling reflects typical Dutch orthographic patterns.

Famous People Named Gustaaf

• Gustaaf Willem Baron van Imhoff, Dutch governor of Ceylon and the Dutch West Indies
• Gustaaf Schlegel Dutch sinologist
• Gustaaf Adolf van den Bergh van Eysinga Dutch theologian
• Gustaaf Adolf Frederik Molengraaff Dutch geologist and explorer
• Gustaaf Deloor Belgian cyclist
• Gustaaf Sorel Belgian painter
• Gustaaf Van Roosbroeck Belgian cyclist