Augustus vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Augustus Rank #409

Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Augustus or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Gavin mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Augustus and Gavin boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.