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Cade 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

Cade Rank #272
Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #272 for Cade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cade or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Cade at #272 in the United States.

What do Cade and Gavin mean?

Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Cade and Gavin boy or girl names?

Cade is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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