Gavin vs Johnny

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

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Popularity Comparison

Gavin Rank #254
Johnny Rank #458

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #458 for Johnny.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gavin ___

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

Johnny ___

  • Johnny James
  • Johnny Ray
  • Johnny Lee
  • Johnny Wayne
  • Johnny Paul
  • Johnny Cash

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gavin

Liam Owen Nora Brynn Connor

If you choose Johnny

Timmy Bobby Frankie Danny Annie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Johnny more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Johnny at #458 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Johnny mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Johnny means "Yahweh is merciful" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gavin and Johnny boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Johnny is primarily a boy name.

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