Gavin vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gavin

Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Gavin Rank #254

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #254 for Gavin.

Is Gavin or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Leon mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Gavin and Leon boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.