Gavin vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gavin

Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Gavin Rank #254

Brandon Rank #230

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #254 for Gavin.

Is Gavin or Brandon more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Brandon mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Gavin and Brandon boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.