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  GAVIN

The meaning of the unisex name Gavin is WHITE HAWK.

Details on GAVIN:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
White hawk
Popularity for Boy:
476th in the USA (top 5%)
Popularity for Girl:
19,976th in the USA (bottom 15%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

1,380 births
GAVIN as a BOY in 2024
9 births
GAVIN as a GIRL in 2023

The meaning(s) of GAVIN:

The name Gavin is a Welsh baby name. In Welsh the meaning of the name Gavin is: Hawk of the battle: white hawk. From the medieval name Gawain. See also Gwayne.
Welsh meaning
The name Gavin is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Gavin is: Hawk of the battle: white hawk. From the medieval name Gawain. See also Gwayne.
American meaning
The name Gavin is an Arthurian Legend baby name. In Arthurian Legend the meaning of the name Gavin is: Gawain was a nephew of King Arthur, and one of the knights of the Round Table, described in the 14th-century poem 'Sir Gawain and the Green Knight'.
Arthurian Legend meaning
The name Gavin is a Scottish baby name. In Scottish the meaning of the name Gavin is: A Scottish derivative of the Old German name Gawin, meaning 'district of land'. Also aScottish name Gawain, meaning little hawk or white hawk.
Scottish meaning
The name Gavin is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Gavin is: Battle hawk.
Teutonic meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for GAVIN:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name GAVIN

 GAVIN as a boy

YearBoy Births
20241380 births
20231514 births
20221796 births
20212215 births
20202588 births
20193012 births
20183473 births
20174134 births
20164926 births
20155777 births
20146614 births
20137418 births
20128252 births
20119009 births
20109616 births
200910737 births

 GAVIN as a girl

YearGirl Births
20239 births
20225 births
20195 births
20187 births
20165 births
20155 births
201410 births
201316 births
201215 births
201117 births
201012 births
200913 births
200833 births
200726 births
200621 births
200517 births

About the name GAVIN

Gavin, a name that dances gently on the tongue, finds its roots in the Welsh name "Gawain," which means "white hawk" or "battle hawk," symbolizing strength, nobility, and the spirit of a warrior. This name carries with it a charm that transcends borders, resonating through the valleys of Wales, the hills of England, and beyond, where it has captured the hearts of parents in the United States, Canada, and Australia as well. Gavin embodies a modern sensibility while echoing tales of chivalry and heroism, often associated with the legendary figure Sir Gawain from Arthurian lore. As a name, Gavin evokes warmth, charisma, and an adventurous spirit, making it a delightful choice for a child destined to soar high and brave the world with grace. With its melodic sound and rich heritage, Gavin stands out as a name that bridges tradition and contemporary life, promising a future filled with courage and kindness.

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