Boy Name · Welsh Origin
Gavin
Considering Gavin? It is a boy name whose meaning is "White hawk", rooted in Welsh naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Gabino.
Gavin meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: White hawk
Origin: Welsh naming roots help connect Gavin to related Welsh baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Gavin as G·A·V·I·N, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Gavin is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Gavin variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Gavina, Gavine, Gaviny, Gavi.
- Nicknames: Gav and G.
- Middle names: Pair Gavin with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Gavin middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Gabino, Gavino, Garin, Giovani, Giovanni — full picks on the sibling names for Gavin guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Gavin? Browse our names like Gavin guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Gavin
What does the name Gavin mean?
Gavin means "White hawk" and is of Welsh origin.
What is the origin of Gavin?
Gavin originates in Welsh naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Gavin?
Gavin has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Gavin a boy's or girl's name?
Gavin is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Gavin in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Gavin sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Gavin?
Names that share Gavin's sound and style include Gabino, Gavino, Garin, Giovani, Giovanni.
What middle names pair well with Gavin?
Good middle-name fits for Gavin pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Gavin is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Gavin is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Gavin?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Gavin share its rhythm without rhyming — Gabino, Gavino, Garin all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.