Harvey 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

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Popularity Comparison

Harvey Rank #244
Gavin Rank #254

Harvey is more popular, ranked #244 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harvey or Gavin more popular?

Harvey is more popular, ranked #244 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Harvey and Gavin mean?

Harvey means "battle worthy" (Old Breton origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Harvey and Gavin boy or girl names?

Harvey is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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