Gavin

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A variation of the medieval name Gawain which was used in Arthurian legend by one of the knights of the Round Table. Has quickly climbed the popularity chart since 1960. Widely used in Ireland.

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Popularity: Boys: Ranked #40 in 2012; See More Popularity Rankings

Origin: Celtic

Gender: Male

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Alternative Spellings: Gavan +; Gaven +; Gavyn +; Gavynn +; Add an Alternative

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Personality: athletic; out-going; overly attractive; musical; Add a Personality Trait

Famous Gavins: Gavin DeGraw (musician); Gavin Rossdale (musician); Gavin MacLeod (actor); Gavin Fingleson (Australian Olympic medalist); Add a Famous Gavin

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Gavin is on other name lists
: Celtic Boy Baby Names; Top 50 Boy Names of 2005; Top 50 Boy Names of 2009

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