Waylon vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Waylon

Boy #65 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wayside land, roadside settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#65
Total SSA Count
4,878
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Waylon Rank #65
Gavin Rank #254

Waylon is more popular, ranked #65 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waylon or Gavin more popular?

Waylon is more popular, ranked #65 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Waylon and Gavin mean?

Waylon means "wayside land, roadside settlement" (Old English origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Waylon and Gavin boy or girl names?

Waylon is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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