Boys name · North Carolina
Gavin in North Carolina
Gavin was the 297th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 42 babies named Gavin that year. Since 1974, North Carolina families have named 5,551 babies Gavin.
Popularity over time
Gavin in North Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 9 | 403rd |
| 1986 | 12 | 367th |
| 1992 | 38 | 195th |
| 1999 | 98 | 102nd |
| 2005 | 295 | 47th |
| 2012 | 273 | 43rd |
| 2018 | 114 | 114th |
| 2025 | 42 | 297th |
Its rank among boys names in North Carolina climbed from 403rd in 1974 to 297th in 2025.
The most babies named Gavin in North Carolina in a single year was 378, in 2007. Its best showing was 33rd among boys names in 2007.
Across the country, Gavin reached its best rank of 3rd in South Dakota (2009). See Gavin in every state →
How popular is Gavin in North Carolina?
Gavin was the 297th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 42 babies named Gavin that year. Since 1974, North Carolina families have named 5,551 babies Gavin.
How many babies are named Gavin in North Carolina?
In 2025, 42 babies were named Gavin in North Carolina. The most babies named Gavin in North Carolina in a single year was 378, in 2007.
What is the rank of Gavin in North Carolina?
Gavin ranked 297th among boys names in North Carolina in 2025. Its best showing was 33rd among boys names in 2007.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.