Reid vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reid

Boy #300 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"red-haired, ruddy complexion"

Origin: Old Scottish/Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#300
Total SSA Count
1,118
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Reid Rank #300
Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #300 for Reid.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reid or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Reid at #300 in the United States.

What do Reid and Gavin mean?

Reid means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old Scottish/Old English origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Reid and Gavin boy or girl names?

Reid is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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