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Julius 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

Julius Rank #390
Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #390 for Julius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Julius or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Julius at #390 in the United States.

What do Julius and Gavin mean?

Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Julius and Gavin boy or girl names?

Julius is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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