Origin and Meaning of Gaston

From the town or fortress

Origin: French - Derived from the Old French word 'gast' which means 'stranger' or 'foreigner'. It is also linked to the Latin 'hostis', meaning 'enemy' or 'guest'.

• Gaston is a classic French name that has seen varying degrees of popularity throughout history, particularly in the last few centuries.
• The name has popularity in French-speaking countries and regions and is sometimes found in various forms in other cultures.
• Notable bearers include Gaston Bachelard, a French philosopher, and Gaston Lagaffe, a popular comic book character in Belgium.
• In recent years, the name Gaston has shown a resurgence in some regions, influenced partly by its appearance in popular media, such as the character Gaston from Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast'.
• Variations of the name include Gasten, Gastone (Italian), and Gastón (Spanish), each with slight cultural adaptations.