Gavin vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #254 for Gavin.

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gavin

Liam Owen Nora Brynn Connor

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Theodore mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Gavin and Theodore boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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