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Harrison vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gavin

Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#254
Total SSA Count
1,380
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Harrison Rank #121
Gavin Rank #254

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison or Gavin more popular?

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Harrison and Gavin mean?

Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Harrison and Gavin boy or girl names?

Harrison is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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