Eithan 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
Nicknames
Gav

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Eithan Rank #227
Gavin Rank #254

Eithan is more popular, ranked #227 vs #254 for Gavin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eithan ___

  • Eithan James
  • Eithan Michael
  • Eithan David
  • Eithan Noah
  • Eithan Alexander
  • Eithan Samuel

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 Eithan

Noah Caleb Isaiah Naomi Eliana

If you choose Gavin

Liam Owen Nora Brynn Connor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eithan or Gavin more popular?

Eithan is more popular, ranked #227 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Eithan and Gavin mean?

Eithan means "strong, firm, enduring" (Hebrew origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Eithan and Gavin boy or girl names?

Eithan is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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