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Marshall 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

Marshall Rank #392
Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #392 for Marshall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshall or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Marshall at #392 in the United States.

What do Marshall and Gavin mean?

Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Marshall and Gavin boy or girl names?

Marshall is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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