Origin:German
Meaning:Gander, goose
Whether you wish to connect baby to nature and science or celebrate their lighthearted personality, Gauss is a great gender-neutral choice. Gauss comes from the Middle High German word ganser, meaning "gander," and the Middle Low German gōs, meaning "goose." It was originally an occupational surname for goose farmers, ideal if your little silly goose has a love for animals. Gauss is also notable as the surname of famous German mathematician Carl Friedrich Gauss, which could inspire baby to pursue ambitions in STEM.
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