Gavin vs Waylon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Waylon

Boy #65 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wayside land, roadside settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#65
Total SSA Count
4,878
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Gavin Rank #254
Waylon Rank #65

Waylon is more popular, ranked #65 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Waylon more popular?

Waylon is more popular, ranked #65 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Waylon mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Waylon means "wayside land, roadside settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Gavin and Waylon boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Waylon is primarily a boy name.

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