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Jayce 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

Jayce Rank #169
Gavin Rank #254

Jayce is more popular, ranked #169 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jayce or Gavin more popular?

Jayce is more popular, ranked #169 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Jayce and Gavin mean?

Jayce means "healer" (Greek origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Jayce and Gavin boy or girl names?

Jayce is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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