Kingston 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

Kingston Rank #178
Gavin Rank #254

Kingston is more popular, ranked #178 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingston or Gavin more popular?

Kingston is more popular, ranked #178 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Kingston and Gavin mean?

Kingston means "king's town" (Old English origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Kingston and Gavin boy or girl names?

Kingston is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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