Gavyn

What does the baby name Gavyn mean? Learn about what Gavyn means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Gavyn - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Gavyn: G-A-V-Y-N, is a 5-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Gavyn: gav in
Meaning of Gavyn: White falcon, form of gavin, white hawk of battle.
Origin of Gavyn: The name 'Gavyn' is a variant spelling of the name 'Gavin'. It is believed to have originated from the medieval Scottish name 'Gawin', which was derived from the Welsh name 'Gwalchmai'.; American Names; Scottish Names; Welsh Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Gavyn: Gavan; Gavin; Gawain; Gawen; Gwaine
Popularity of Gavyn: The name 'Gavyn' is not as commonly used as its more traditional spelling, 'Gavin'. According to available data, 'Gavyn' has not ranked among the top baby names in the United States or other English-speaking countries in recent years.; Gavyn currently has no likes. Be the first to like this name.

Etymology of Gavyn

The name 'Gavyn' shares its etymology with the name 'Gavin'. Both names are derived from the Welsh name 'Gwalchmai', which is composed of two elements. The first element, 'gwalch', means 'hawk' in Welsh, while the second element, 'mai', is believed to mean 'field' or 'battle'. Therefore, the name 'Gavyn' can be interpreted as 'hawk of the field' or 'hawk in battle'.

Cultural Significance of Gavyn

The name 'Gavyn' does not hold any specific cultural significance. However, it is worth noting that the name 'Gavin' has historical connections to Scotland, where it was popularized in the Middle Ages. The name has since spread to other English-speaking countries and is associated with Scottish heritage.