Kayden 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

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Popularity Comparison

Kayden Rank #125
Gavin Rank #254

Kayden is more popular, ranked #125 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kayden or Gavin more popular?

Kayden is more popular, ranked #125 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Kayden and Gavin mean?

Kayden means "battle, companion" (Arabic (Qaydan) origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Kayden and Gavin boy or girl names?

Kayden is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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