Gaston
Gaston is a Christian boy name of French, of uncertain origin origin, meaning “Of uncertain meaning”.
| Meaning | Of uncertain meaning |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | French, of uncertain origin |
| Pronunciation | gah-STOHN |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | France, Argentina, Belgium |
Meaning and origin of Gaston
Gaston is an old French name whose origin is debated. It may come from Gascon, 'a man from Gascony', or from a Germanic word gast, 'guest' or 'stranger'. It was a hereditary name of the counts of Foix in southern France, most famously Gaston Fébus. It is also the name of the vain villain in Disney's Beauty and the Beast.
Is Gaston a Christian name?
Gaston has long been used in Catholic France, but it is not the name of a major saint and has no particular religious meaning.
How popular is Gaston?
Uncommon today, though known in France and Argentina.
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Spellings and variants of Gaston
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gaston mean?
Gaston means 'Of uncertain meaning'. It is of French, of uncertain origin origin.
Is Gaston a Christian name?
Gaston has long been used in Catholic France, but it is not the name of a major saint and has no particular religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Gaston?
Gaston is pronounced gah-STOHN.
Is Gaston a boy or girl name?
Gaston is usually a boy name.