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Dean vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dean

Boy #142 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"church official overseeing ten"

Origin: Latin decanus

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#142
Total SSA Count
2,545
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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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

Dean Rank #142
Gavin Rank #254

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Gavin more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Dean and Gavin mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Dean and Gavin boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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