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Bentley 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

Bentley Rank #201
Gavin Rank #254

Bentley is more popular, ranked #201 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bentley or Gavin more popular?

Bentley is more popular, ranked #201 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Bentley and Gavin mean?

Bentley means "clearing of coarse grass" (Old English origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Bentley and Gavin boy or girl names?

Bentley is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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