Orion vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Orion

Boy #326 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rising in the sky, boundary"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#326
Total SSA Count
1,061
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Orion Rank #326
Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #326 for Orion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orion or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Orion at #326 in the United States.

What do Orion and Gavin mean?

Orion means "rising in the sky, boundary" (Greek origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Orion and Gavin boy or girl names?

Orion is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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