How popular is the name Guss in 2025?

Guss is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Guss most popular?

Guss peaked in 1883, reaching #359 among US boy names.

Guss will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Guss entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #359 in 1883, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#359

peak (1883)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 100 people named Guss are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Guss alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Guss in 2025?: Guss is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Guss most popular?: Guss peaked in 1883, reaching #359 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Guss with classmates?: Guss will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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