Gavin vs Kian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gavin

Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #417 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ancient, enduring"

Origin: Old Irish

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Gavin Rank #254

Kian Rank #417

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #417 for Kian.

Is Gavin or Kian more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Kian at #417 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Kian mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Kian means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish origin).

Are Gavin and Kian boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Kian is primarily a boy name.