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Gavin vs Kairo

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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Kairo

Boy #238 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the victorious, the conqueror"

Origin: Arabic place name

Cultural Roots

American African American Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#238
Total SSA Count
1,478
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gavin Rank #254
Kairo Rank #238

Kairo is more popular, ranked #238 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Kairo more popular?

Kairo is more popular, ranked #238 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Kairo mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Kairo means "the victorious, the conqueror" (Arabic place name origin).

Are Gavin and Kairo boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Kairo is primarily a boy name.

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