Find out how popular the first name Gussie has been for the last 18 years (from 1974 to 1991) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Gussie by gender

Based on the last 18 years of data, Gussie is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 92% of people named Gussie being female.

For the most recent data in 1991, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Gussie.

The history of the first name Gussie

The name Gussie is a diminutive form of the Germanic name Augusta, which was derived from the Latin word "augustus" meaning "venerable" or "consecrated." It was originally a title bestowed upon Roman emperors and signified greatness and majesty.

In the early centuries, the name Augusta was used by Roman nobility and gained popularity during the reign of the first Roman emperor, Augustus Caesar (63 BC - 14 AD). It was often given to female members of the imperial family.

The name Gussie emerged as a nickname for Augusta, particularly in English-speaking countries. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Gussie dates back to the 16th century, when it was used as a diminutive form of Augusta or Augustina.

Historically, Gussie has been more commonly used as a feminine name, although there have been instances of it being used for males as well. One notable bearer of the name was Gussie Busch (1899-1989), an American businessman and chairman of the Anheuser-Busch Companies.

Another famous Gussie was Gussie Moran (1923-2013), an American tennis player known for her daring lace-trimmed underwear at Wimbledon in 1949. Her real name was Gertrude Augusta Moran, and she was nicknamed "Gussie" by her family.

In literature, Gussie Fink-Nottle is a memorable character from P.G. Wodehouse's Jeeves and Wooster series, known for his eccentric behavior and obsession with newts.

Gussie Nell Davis (1917-1994) was an American female baseball player who played in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League during World War II.

Gussie Lord (1862-1943) was an American actress and vaudeville performer who starred in several Broadway productions in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

While the name Gussie has declined in popularity in recent decades, it remains a unique and charming diminutive with a rich history rooted in ancient Roman tradition and nobility.

Data source

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