Scroll down to see more original designs of Gavin in Japanese The name Gavin when pronounced ga-vin in Japanese is      which is read gyavin. Gavin Japanese Tattoo and Kanji Art
by Master Japanese Calligrapher Eri Takase 
Gavin and non-Japanese names in general are properly translated to Japanese using katakana. Translations to katakana are phonetic and so the pronunciation, not the spelling, is important. Katakana symbols, just like English letters, have no meaning. So you don't have to worry about the name translations having any bad or unintended interpretations. And while my art is original, the translations we use are all standard and well documented. We even provide completely independent references so you can easily confirm the Japanese translation for yourself. We want you to be as happy with the art as you are with our translations! And, as always, should you have any questions, please contact us We also offer the name Gavin in hiragana which, strictly speaking, is not standard. Hiragana was created by the poetesses of the Heian period as a more feminine, flowing version of katakana. Today Japanese male and female names may be written in hiragana though it is more common for females. Gavin in hiragana is     . Names often have meanings which translate nicely to kanji. The name Gavin originally meant "Hawk" which in kanji is taka written  If you are interested only in meaning of the name Gavin then click on the kanji on the left for all the available options. Though remember that Hawk is a meaning of the name Gavin and not the name itself. We also offer designs below for the name Gavin with the pronunciation in kana and the meaning in kanji. These beautiful designs translate both aspects of the name to Japanese. Translations You Can Trust You can confirm the Japanese translation of Gavin using Jeffrey's J/E Dictionary at Gavin. The popular Japanese site Movie Goo has a list of celebrities named Gavin translated to Japanese. The name Gavin is from the Welsh. The name Gavin may specifically mean "White Hawk" and "Little Hawk". Learn more about the etymology of Gavin at Babynamer and BehindTheName. Gavin's meaning can also be confirmed on page 10 in A Dictionary of First Names (Oxford Paperback Reference) by Hanks, Hardcastle, and Hodges. Order as Original Art, Graphic Art or as a Tattoo For Tattoos: Immediately get your tattoo design - As soon as you order you will be given a link to get the design. There is no waiting!And we provide you with everything you need for the perfect Japanese tattoo including the line art (also called a stencil) that your tattoo artist will need to correctly ink the design. Just print the design and take it to your favorite tattoo artist. Getting the perfect Japanese Tattoo is now safe and easy! Original Art 
We are also pleased to offer Gavin in Japanese as an original work of art personally created by Master Takase when your order is placed. This beautiful work of art will be completed in about two days and shipped from Takase Studios from the beautiful state of Washington. We have several options for unframed art and one framed option. Each is on handmade Japanese paper which we purchase directly from papermakers in Kochi Japan. This unique paper is perfect for Western-style framing and really brings out the beauty of the brush strokes. And, along with the art on handmade Japanese paper, we also offer Gavin in Japanese as a Japanese Scroll. These beautiful scrolls have silk borders and come ready to display. Truly a wonderful gift. If you have any questions please contact us |
