Gavan
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- White Hawk. From The Medieval Name Gawain. See Also Gwayne.
- Origin
- Scottish
Gavan Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 982 baby boys have been named Gavan. The name peaked in 2003 with 80 US births that year (rank #1583). In 2024, ranked #12883 nationally — 11,300 places below its 2003 peak.
Top States for Gavan
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Gavan births are: Texas (59), California (45), Florida (13).
Other Scottish-Origin Names Like Gavan
If you like Gavan's Scottish origin, consider these related names: Abhainn, Abhainn, Aibne, Acair, Acaiseid, Achaius. Browse all Scottish names →
5-Letter Names Starting with G
Names with Gavan's exact length and starting letter: Gabal, Gabor, Gabra, Gadwa, Gaige.
Quick Facts About Gavan
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaven | White Hawk | Male | Scottish |
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Compare Gavan to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Gavan against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).