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Gavin vs Kayce

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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Kayce

Boy #420 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"alert, watchful, vigilant"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#420
Total SSA Count
756
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gavin Rank #254
Kayce Rank #420

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #420 for Kayce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Kayce more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Kayce at #420 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Kayce mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Kayce means "alert, watchful, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Gavin and Kayce boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Kayce is primarily a boy name.

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