Richard vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richard

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

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12 High Risk

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Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh Scottish English American

✓ All Clear

Richard Rank #232

Gavin Rank #254

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #254 for Gavin.

Is Richard or Gavin more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Richard and Gavin mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Richard and Gavin boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.