Gavyn: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: g-ahvyn
Origin: Scotland
gender-male

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Region Origin: Northern Europe
Meaning: White hawk

Gavyn offers a stylized and modern spelling of the traditional Gavin, also meaning “white hawk.” The unique “y” gives the name a contemporary edge, appealing to parents looking for something both familiar and distinctive. Like its root name, Gavyn embodies watchfulness, clarity of purpose, and noble character—a strong choice for a child who is intuitive, intelligent, and unafraid to fly high.

Gavyn Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Gavyn is currently #2296 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Gavyn is currently #1046 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Gavyn is currently #1318 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Gavyn is currently #604 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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