Nathan vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nathan

Boy #62 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"he gave"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Nathan Rank #62

Gavin Rank #254

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 vs #254 for Gavin.

Is Nathan or Gavin more popular?

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Nathan and Gavin mean?

Nathan means "he gave" (Hebrew origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Nathan and Gavin boy or girl names?

Nathan is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.