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Jason vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jason

Boy #148 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"healer, to heal"

Origin: Greek Iason

Cultural Roots

English American Greek French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#148
Total SSA Count
2,448
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Jason Rank #148
Gavin Rank #254

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jason or Gavin more popular?

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Jason and Gavin mean?

Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Jason and Gavin boy or girl names?

Jason is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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