Ace vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ace

Boy #165 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"unity; the best; one"

Origin: Latin via Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#165
Total SSA Count
2,203
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ace Rank #165
Gavin Rank #254

Ace is more popular, ranked #165 vs #254 for Gavin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ace ___

  • Ace James
  • Ace William
  • Ace Thomas
  • Ace Michael
  • Ace Henry
  • Ace Robert

Gavin ___

  • Gavin James
  • Gavin Michael
  • Gavin Thomas
  • Gavin Lee
  • Gavin Scott
  • Gavin Alexander

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ace

Jett Knox Zara Cruz Mila

If you choose Gavin

Liam Owen Nora Brynn Connor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ace or Gavin more popular?

Ace is more popular, ranked #165 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Ace and Gavin mean?

Ace means "unity; the best; one" (Latin via Old French origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Ace and Gavin boy or girl names?

Ace is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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