Gavin
Origin of the name Gavin:
Of uncertain etymology, some believe Gavin to be from Gwalchmai, a Gaelic name derived from the elements gwalch (a hawk) and maedd (a blow, battle). In Arthurian legend, Gavin is a byname for Sir Gawain, a knight of the Round Table and nephew of King Arthur.
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My son's name is Gavin. I like it because it is a strong name that is unique but easy to say and spell. Even though I call my son Gav or Gavy (since he is 1), it is unlikely that he will get a nickname permanentely given to him by others.. I hate nicknames! Just name your kid what you want to call them.
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Gav, Gavy, Baby G
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Gavin DeGraw (born February 4, 1977) is an American singer-songwriter and musician.
'The Love Boat' Star Gavin MacLeod
Gavin Newsom, mayor of San Francisco, CA
Rocker & Husband to Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale- Gavin in song, story & screen: | Edit
Shooter McGavin: character in the movie "Happy Gilmore"
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Global Popularity of the Name Gavin
- #30 in Canada (British Columbia)
- #30 in United States
- #35 in Canada (Alberta)
- #75 in Ireland
- #205 in Scotland
- #325 in Canada (Quebec)
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