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Austin vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Austin Rank #107
Gavin Rank #254

Austin is more popular, ranked #107 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Austin or Gavin more popular?

Austin is more popular, ranked #107 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Austin and Gavin mean?

Austin means "venerable" (Latin origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Austin and Gavin boy or girl names?

Austin is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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