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Gavin vs Adrian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adrian

Boy #72 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Hadria, of the Adriatic"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English Spanish Romanian Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#72
Total SSA Count
4,617
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gavin Rank #254
Adrian Rank #72

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Adrian more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Adrian mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin).

Are Gavin and Adrian boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Adrian is primarily a boy name.

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