Gavin vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gavin

Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #80 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek (theodoros)

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Gavin Rank #254

Theo Rank #80

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #254 for Gavin.

Is Gavin or Theo more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Theo mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Gavin and Theo boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.