Gavin

Boy's name

Gavin is a Scottish name derived from the medieval given name Gawain, which is of uncertain origin.

Meaning Hawk
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 1,380 Falling
Peak year 2007

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Gavin Newsom - Politician, Governor of California.
  • Gavin DeGraw - Singer-songwriter, "I Don't Want to Be."
  • Gavin Rossdale - Musician, lead singer of Bush.
  • Gavin MacLeod - Actor, "The Love Boat" captain.
  • Gavin Henson - Rugby player, Welsh international.
  • Gavin Free - Filmmaker, co-founder of Rooster Teeth.
  • Gavin Creel - Actor, Tony Award winner.
  • Gavin Hood - Filmmaker, director of "Tsotsi" and "Eye in the Sky."
  • Gavin Magnus - YouTuber, singer, actor.
  • Gavin McInnes - Co-founder of Vice Media, political commentator.

Brothers for Gavin

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Sisters for Gavin

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