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Cohen 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

Cohen Rank #239
Gavin Rank #254

Cohen is more popular, ranked #239 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cohen or Gavin more popular?

Cohen is more popular, ranked #239 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Cohen and Gavin mean?

Cohen means "priest" (Hebrew origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Cohen and Gavin boy or girl names?

Cohen is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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