Gösta
A International name with cultural significance
International origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1754US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
How to pronounce Gösta
yuus-tah
/yuus-tah/ · · 1 syllable
A International name with cultural significance
International origin · Unisex name

What does Gösta mean and where does it come from?

Gösta is a name found across International cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Gösta carries the heritage of International tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1754 in 2015 — currently #1754 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Gösta?

Gösta works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Gösta Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gösta Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gösta Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gösta Claire
French influence · crisp
Gösta Jane
Literary · strong
Gösta Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Gösta right now?

Holding steady — currently #1754 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1754 · Top 1.3%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#175410stable
2022#175410stable
2021#175410stable
2020#175410stable
2019#175410
💎Gösta is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Gösta?

DUTCH
Guus
FINNISH
Kusti
DANISH
Gustav
MEDIEVAL SLAVIC
Gostislav

Common questions about the name Gösta

What does the name Gösta mean?
Gösta means "A International name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in International tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Gösta?
Gösta is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gösta?
Gösta originates from International tradition. International names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Gösta sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Gösta flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Gösta ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Gösta a common or rare name?
Gösta is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.