Calvin vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calvin

Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Calvin Rank #140

Gavin Rank #254

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #254 for Gavin.

Is Calvin or Gavin more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Calvin and Gavin mean?

Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Calvin and Gavin boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.