Adolf vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adolf

Boy #26,599 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble wolf"

Origin: Old Germanic adal + wulf

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#26,599
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Gavin

Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#254
Total SSA Count
1,380
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Adolf Rank #26,599
Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #26599 for Adolf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adolf or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Adolf at #26599 in the United States.

What do Adolf and Gavin mean?

Adolf means "noble wolf" (Old Germanic adal + wulf origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Adolf and Gavin boy or girl names?

Adolf is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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