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Kayce 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

Kayce Rank #420
Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #420 for Kayce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kayce or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Kayce at #420 in the United States.

What do Kayce and Gavin mean?

Kayce means "alert, watchful, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Kayce and Gavin boy or girl names?

Kayce is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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