Gavin vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gavin

Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Gavin Rank #254

Walter Rank #271

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Gavin or Walter more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Walter mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Gavin and Walter boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.