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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AV-ril /ˈæv.rɪl/
Origin: French; Latin
Meaning: French: April; Latin: to open
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Avril is derived from the Latin word "aperire," meaning "to open," which is associated with the arrival of spring. This etymology connects the name to the month of April, which is traditionally seen as a time of renewal and rebirth.
The transition from Latin to Old French saw the term evolve into "avril," which directly refers to the month. The name was subsequently adopted into English, retaining its association with the spring season and the idea of new beginnings.
Historically, the name Avril has been used in various cultures, particularly in France, where it has been a feminine given name since the Middle Ages. It appears in literary works and documents from the 12th century onward, often symbolizing youth and vitality.
The name's connection to the month of April has also led to its association with figures of springtime and fertility in various mythologies and traditions. In the context of Christianity, the month of April is significant for its proximity to Easter, a time celebrating resurrection and renewal, further enhancing the name's positive connotations.
Culturally, Avril embodies themes of growth and hope, resonating with the natural cycles of life. The name has been used in various artistic and literary contexts, reflecting its enduring appeal.
In addition to its primary form, diminutive variations such as "Ava" have emerged, although these are less historically significant. Overall, Avril's linguistic roots and historical associations contribute to its rich cultural resonance, symbolizing the beauty and promise of spring.
Famous people named Avril
In this section, you will find notable people named Avril. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Avril who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Avril Lavigne is a singer and songwriter best known for Complicated, Sk8er Boi, and Girlfriend.
Fictional characters named Avril
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Avril Lavigne is a fictional character from the animated series The Simpsons. She is a parody of the real-life pop-punk singer and appears in a guest role, showcasing her personality and style.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Avril was first seen in the United States in 1919.
Avril has ranked as high as #1245 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Avril has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Avril 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 Avril was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Avril (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 23 | |
| TX | 17 | |
| CA | 12 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| NC | 6 |
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 Avril.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 108 |
| 2023 | 111 |
| 2022 | 111 |
| 2021 | 106 |
| 2020 | 107 |
| 2019 | 127 |
| 2018 | 115 |
| 2017 | 112 |
| 2016 | 124 |
| 2015 | 129 |
| 2014 | 102 |
| 2013 | 111 |
| 2012 | 136 |
| 2011 | 144 |
| 2010 | 133 |
| 2009 | 120 |
| 2008 | 155 |
| 2007 | 154 |
| 2006 | 100 |
| 2005 | 119 |
| 2004 | 125 |
| 2003 | 129 |
| 2002 | 26 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1919 | 5 |