boy name
Gavin
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#303 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Gavin in the US, 1880–2025
Gavin first appears in US records in 1913. It peaked in 2007, when 11,863 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,125.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gavin a boy or a girl name?
Gavin is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Gavin?
In 2025, Gavin ranked #303 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Gavin most popular?
Gavin was most popular in 2007, when about 11,863 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.