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Raymond 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

Raymond Rank #380
Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #380 for Raymond.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raymond or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Raymond at #380 in the United States.

What do Raymond and Gavin mean?

Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Raymond and Gavin boy or girl names?

Raymond is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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