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Gavin vs Elliot

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

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Elliot

Boy #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#150
Total SSA Count
2,370
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gavin Rank #254
Elliot Rank #150

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Elliot more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Elliot mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Gavin and Elliot boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Elliot is primarily a boy name.

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