Avion Unisex

Popularity: #878 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AY-vee-on //ˈeɪ.vi.ɒn//

Origin: French; English

Meaning: French: airplane; English: derived from aviation

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Avion has its roots in the Latin word "avis," meaning "bird." This etymological lineage reflects a connection to flight and freedom, as birds are often associated with these qualities in various cultures. The term evolved through Old French, where "avion" also referred to a bird, and eventually made its way into English, maintaining its avian connotation.

The transition from Latin to Old French and then to English illustrates the linguistic evolution that often accompanies the migration of peoples and cultures throughout history. Historically, the name Avion does not have a significant presence in ancient texts or notable figures, unlike many names derived from biblical or classical origins.

However, the association with birds has been a powerful symbol across cultures, representing transcendence and the spirit. In various mythologies, birds are often seen as messengers between the earthly realm and the divine, which may contribute to the name's appeal in different contexts.

Culturally, the name Avion resonates with themes of aspiration and elevation, drawing on the imagery of flight. This connection to birds has been celebrated in literature and art, where birds often symbolize freedom, hope, and the pursuit of dreams.

While Avion may not have a long historical pedigree in terms of notable bearers, its roots in the natural world and the inherent symbolism of flight lend it a timeless quality. The name may also be associated with the diminutive form "Avi," which has been used in various cultures, further enriching its significance.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Avion was first seen in the United States in 1976.

Avion has ranked as high as #2805 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Illinois, New York, North Carolina, Michigan, and Texas.

In the past 5 years the name Avion has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Avion 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 Avion 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 Avion.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 60 60 0
2024 86 86 0
2023 81 81 0
2022 132 132 0
2021 131 131 0
2020 120 120 0
2019 124 119 5
2018 140 131 9
2017 126 126 0
2016 131 125 6
2015 137 128 9
2014 133 125 8
2013 89 84 5
2012 81 81 0
2011 85 75 10
2010 76 76 0
2009 97 92 5
2008 89 82 7
2007 107 101 6
2006 106 95 11
2005 99 81 18
2004 92 82 10
2003 76 63 13
2002 98 75 23
2001 83 63 20
2000 75 49 26
1999 68 31 37
1998 47 31 16
1997 29 24 5
1996 12 12 0
1995 12 12 0
1994 31 22 9
1993 23 23 0
1992 18 11 7
1991 19 13 6
1990 21 14 7
1989 17 9 8
1988 16 10 6
1987 12 7 5
1986 7 0 7
1979 5 5 0
1976 5 5 0

Top States for Avion (2024)

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.

State Births Share
NY 11
23%
TX 8
17%
VA 6
13%
GA 6
13%
IL 6
13%
MD 5
11%
NC 5
11%