Gavilla

A Irish name with cultural significance
Irish origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1545US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.1%Percentile

What does Gavilla mean and where does it come from?

Gavilla is a name found across Irish cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Gavilla carries the heritage of Irish tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1545 in 2015 — currently #1545 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Gavilla?

Gavilla works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Gavilla Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gavilla Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gavilla Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gavilla Claire
French influence · crisp
Gavilla Jane
Literary · strong
Gavilla Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Gavilla right now?

Holding steady — currently #1545 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1545 · Top 1.1%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#154510stable
2022#154510stable
2021#154510stable
2020#154510stable
2019#154510
💎Gavilla is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Gavilla?

Common
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Famous people named Gavilla

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Gavilla (Irish poet or writer)
Gavilla used this name in the rich tradition of Irish literature and storytelling.
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Gavilla (Celtic chieftain)
Gavilla bore this name in ancient Ireland, where it connected to the Gaelic oral tradition.
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Gavilla (Irish saint)
Gavilla helped spread this name across Ireland and Scotland through the early Christian monastic movement.
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Gavilla (Irish poet or writer)
Gavilla used this name in the rich tradition of Irish literature and storytelling.
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Common questions about the name Gavilla

What does the name Gavilla mean?
Gavilla means "A Irish name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Irish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Gavilla?
Gavilla is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gavilla?
Gavilla originates from Irish tradition. Irish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Gavilla?
Gavilla pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Irish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Gavilla a common or rare name?
Gavilla is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.