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Jude 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

Jude Rank #156
Gavin Rank #254

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jude or Gavin more popular?

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Jude and Gavin mean?

Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Jude and Gavin boy or girl names?

Jude is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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