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Gavin vs Jason

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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Popularity Comparison

Gavin Rank #254
Jason Rank #148

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Jason more popular?

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Jason mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin).

Are Gavin and Jason boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Jason is primarily a boy name.

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