Alvin vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alvin

Boy #792 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble friend, elf friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Alvin Rank #792

Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #792 for Alvin.

Is Alvin or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Alvin at #792 in the United States.

What do Alvin and Gavin mean?

Alvin means "noble friend, elf friend" (Old English origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Alvin and Gavin boy or girl names?

Alvin is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.