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Isaiah 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

Isaiah Rank #56
Gavin Rank #254

Isaiah is more popular, ranked #56 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isaiah or Gavin more popular?

Isaiah is more popular, ranked #56 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Isaiah and Gavin mean?

Isaiah means "the Lord saves" (Hebrew origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Isaiah and Gavin boy or girl names?

Isaiah is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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