Averill Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AV-er-ill /ˈæv.ər.ɪl/
Origin: English; Irish
Meaning: English: boar; Irish: a variant of 'Averil', meaning 'April'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Averill has its roots in Old French, derived from the name "Averil," which itself is believed to originate from the Latin word "Averilius." The Latin term is thought to be a derivative of the word "aver," meaning "to open" or "to uncover." This etymological journey reflects a transition from Latin to Old French and eventually into Middle English, where it was adopted as a given name. The name is often associated with the month of April, suggesting a connection to spring and renewal, as "Averil" was historically used to denote someone born in that month.
Historically, the name Averill can be traced back to the medieval period, where it appeared in various forms across England and France. Notably, it was recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, which documented land ownership and settlements in England following the Norman Conquest.
The name gained further recognition through its association with notable figures in English history, including members of the Averill family who held lands and titles in the 13th century. Additionally, the name appears in various historical texts and records, reflecting its use among the nobility and commoners alike.
Culturally, Averill has been imbued with connotations of renewal and vitality, resonating with the themes of springtime. This connection to nature and rebirth has contributed to its endurance as a name throughout the centuries.
The name's association with the month of April has led to its symbolic representation of new beginnings. In some contexts, diminutive forms such as "Avery" have emerged, although they carry distinct connotations and histories.
Overall, Averill remains a name rich in linguistic heritage and cultural significance, reflecting a blend of historical influences and symbolic meanings.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Averill was first seen in the United States in 1912.
Averill has ranked as high as #8176 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Averill has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Averill is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Averill was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Averill.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2005 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2003 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1996 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1993 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1990 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1989 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 1987 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1986 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1985 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1984 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1983 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1981 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1979 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1978 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1977 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1969 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1968 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1967 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1966 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1953 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1949 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1948 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1942 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1940 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1939 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1938 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1933 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1932 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1931 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1928 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1927 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 1926 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1925 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1922 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1921 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1920 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| 1919 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1918 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1917 | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1915 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1913 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1912 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Averill
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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