Gavin vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gavin

Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

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Gavin Rank #254

Arlo Rank #146

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #254 for Gavin.

Is Gavin or Arlo more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Arlo mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Gavin and Arlo boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.