Holding steady, #4,857 for boys today.
Popularity of Gavino since 1915
Babies named Gavino per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 21 |
| 1920s | 74 |
| 1930s | 69 |
| 1940s | 85 |
| 1950s | 73 |
| 1960s | 106 |
| 1970s | 154 |
| 1980s | 158 |
| 1990s | 308 |
| 2000s | 312 |
| 2010s | 284 |
| 2020s | 138 |
Meaning & origin
Gavino is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1915. Its popularity peaked in 2010, and as of 2025, it is given to roughly 1 in 85,404 boys, placing it at rank 4,857. The name's trajectory has remained stable, with occasional use in Texas, its most common state. While its etymology is debated, Gavino is likely a modern variant of the more common Gavin or an Italian name derived from Latin. Its rarity gives it a distinctive feel, appealing to parents seeking something familiar yet uncommon.
Gavino is likely a modern variant of Gavin, which itself is a medieval English form of the Welsh name Gawain, possibly derived from the Welsh 'gwalch' meaning hawk. Alternatively, it may be an Italian name from the Latin 'Gabinius', a Roman family name. Its use in the United States has been sporadic, with a peak in the 2010s.
Where Gavino is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gavi, Vino, G
Sibling names for Gavino
Names that share Gavino's style, for a brother or sister.
