Berg vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Berg

Boy #21,697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mountain, hill"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Berg Rank #21,697
Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Gavin mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Berg and Gavin boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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