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Noel vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Noel

Boy #434 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Christmas, born on Christmas"

Origin: French

Cultural Roots

French English Spanish Christian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#434
Total SSA Count
728
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Noel Rank #434
Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #434 for Noel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Noel or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Noel at #434 in the United States.

What do Noel and Gavin mean?

Noel means "Christmas, born on Christmas" (French origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Noel and Gavin boy or girl names?

Noel is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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