Gavin vs Harvey

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
Harvey Rank #244

Harvey is more popular, ranked #244 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Harvey more popular?

Harvey is more popular, ranked #244 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Harvey mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Harvey means "battle worthy" (Old Breton origin).

Are Gavin and Harvey boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Harvey is primarily a boy name.

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