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Gavin vs Jaden

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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Jaden

Boy #395 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"thankful, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew (Jadon)

Cultural Roots

American English-speaking

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#395
Total SSA Count
827
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gavin Rank #254
Jaden Rank #395

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #395 for Jaden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Jaden more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Jaden at #395 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Jaden mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Jaden means "thankful, God has heard" (Hebrew (Jadon) origin).

Are Gavin and Jaden boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Jaden is primarily a boy name.

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