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Jesse vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jesse

Boy #187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#187
Total SSA Count
1,980
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

Jesse Rank #187
Gavin Rank #254

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Gavin more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Gavin mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Jesse and Gavin boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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