Gavin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAV-in / /ˈɡæv.ɪn/Irish; Welsh
Meaning
Irish: 'white hawk'; Welsh: 'battle hawk'
Historical & Cultural Background
Gavin is derived from the Welsh name Gawain, which appears in Arthurian legend as a knight of the Round Table. The name gained popularity in Ireland and has been used since the Middle Ages. In modern times, Gavin has become a common name in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom.
Trend Summary
Gavin has seen consistent popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gav
- Gavyn
International Variants
- Gavino (Italian)
- Gavinus (Latin)
Famous people named Gavin
Gavin Newsom is an American politician serving as the Governor of California.
Gavin Rossdale is a British musician and lead singer of the band Bush.
Gavin Henson is a Welsh rugby player known for his skills on the field.
Gavin DeGraw is an American singer-songwriter known for his hit songs.
Fictional characters named Gavin
Gavin Free is a character in the web series 'Rooster Teeth' known for his comedic contributions.
Gavin is a character in the video game 'Life is Strange: Before the Storm' who plays a supporting role.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gavin was first seen in the United States in 1913. Gavin has ranked as high as #44 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Gavin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gavin (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 108 | |
NY | 105 | |
CA | 90 | |
FL | 82 | |
PA | 79 | |
OH | 57 | |
IL | 53 | |
MN | 51 | |
VA | 49 | |
MI | 44 | |
MA | 43 | |
NC | 42 | |
IN | 35 | |
WI | 32 | |
WA | 30 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1913 | 5 |
1914 | 10 |
1915 | 9 |
1917 | 9 |
1919 | 16 |
1920 | 12 |
1921 | 15 |
1922 | 12 |
1923 | 12 |
1924 | 11 |
1925 | 14 |
1926 | 15 |
1927 | 13 |
1928 | 13 |
1929 | 7 |
1930 | 9 |
1931 | 13 |
1932 | 15 |
1933 | 13 |
1934 | 5 |
1935 | 14 |
1936 | 9 |
1937 | 15 |
1938 | 10 |
1939 | 10 |
1940 | 13 |
1941 | 17 |
1942 | 17 |
1943 | 6 |
1944 | 13 |
1945 | 12 |
1946 | 22 |
1947 | 28 |
1948 | 24 |
1949 | 25 |
1950 | 27 |
1951 | 30 |
1952 | 38 |
1953 | 42 |
1954 | 76 |
1955 | 61 |
1956 | 65 |
1957 | 37 |
1958 | 71 |
1959 | 57 |
1960 | 100 |
1961 | 114 |
1962 | 154 |
1963 | 159 |
1964 | 152 |
1965 | 161 |
1966 | 147 |
1967 | 173 |
1968 | 189 |
1969 | 223 |
1970 | 208 |
1971 | 218 |
1972 | 174 |
1973 | 232 |
1974 | 270 |
1975 | 261 |
1976 | 318 |
1977 | 303 |
1978 | 366 |
1979 | 317 |
1980 | 350 |
1981 | 492 |
1982 | 477 |
1983 | 690 |
1984 | 513 |
1985 | 522 |
1986 | 537 |
1987 | 630 |
1988 | 544 |
1989 | 629 |
1990 | 860 |
1991 | 849 |
1992 | 1,067 |
1993 | 945 |
1994 | 1,121 |
1995 | 1,193 |
1996 | 1,633 |
1997 | 2,757 |
1998 | 3,195 |
1999 | 3,658 |
2000 | 4,686 |
2001 | 5,260 |
2002 | 6,951 |
2003 | 8,764 |
2004 | 8,610 |
2005 | 9,340 |
2006 | 10,479 |
2007 | 11,863 |
2008 | 11,751 |
2009 | 10,741 |
2010 | 9,626 |
2011 | 9,016 |
2012 | 8,260 |
2013 | 7,421 |
2014 | 6,622 |
2015 | 5,793 |
2016 | 4,943 |
2017 | 4,159 |
2018 | 3,473 |
2019 | 3,012 |
2020 | 2,588 |
2021 | 2,215 |
2022 | 1,796 |
2023 | 1,514 |
2024 | 1,380 |