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Chase 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

Chase Rank #173
Gavin Rank #254

Chase is more popular, ranked #173 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chase or Gavin more popular?

Chase is more popular, ranked #173 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Chase and Gavin mean?

Chase means "hunter" (Old French origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Chase and Gavin boy or girl names?

Chase is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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