Gavin vs Elian

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

Popularity Comparison

Gavin Rank #254
Elian Rank #237

Elian is more popular, ranked #237 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Elian more popular?

Elian is more popular, ranked #237 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Elian mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Elian means "my God is Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gavin and Elian boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Elian is primarily a boy name.

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