Zayden 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

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Popularity Comparison

Zayden Rank #202
Gavin Rank #254

Zayden is more popular, ranked #202 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zayden or Gavin more popular?

Zayden is more popular, ranked #202 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Zayden and Gavin mean?

Zayden means "modern coined name" (American English origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Zayden and Gavin boy or girl names?

Zayden is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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