Avalee Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AV-uh-lee /ˈæv.ə.li/
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: Desired; Hebrew: God is my father
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Avalee is believed to be a modern variant of the name Ava, which has roots in several languages. The etymology of Ava can be traced back to the Latin word "avis," meaning "bird," and it is also linked to the Hebrew name "Chava," meaning "life" or "living one." The name Ava gained prominence in the early medieval period and was adopted into various languages, including Old French and German, before making its way into English.
The addition of the suffix "lee" in Avalee may be influenced by the English surname suffix "-ley," which denotes a meadow or clearing, thus giving the name a softer, more lyrical quality. Historically, the name Ava has been borne by notable figures, including Saint Ava, a 7th-century abbess in Germany, who contributed to the spread of Christianity in the region.
The name also appears in various literary works and royal lineages throughout the Middle Ages, often associated with nobility and virtue. The name's usage in the English-speaking world was further solidified by its inclusion in the King James Bible, where the Hebrew equivalent, Chava, is rendered as Eve, the mother of all living, thereby enhancing its symbolic significance.
Culturally, names like Avalee resonate with themes of nature and life, reflecting a long-standing tradition of naming practices that emphasize positive attributes. The name's melodic quality and gentle sound contribute to its appeal, while its historical connections to life and vitality underscore its enduring significance across cultures.
The diminutive form "Ava" has also been widely recognized, further linking Avalee to a rich tapestry of historical and cultural narratives.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Avalee was first seen in the United States in 1911.
Avalee has ranked as high as #1268 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Texas, New York, Florida, California, and Tennessee.
In the past 5 years the name Avalee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Avalee 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 Avalee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Avalee (2005)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
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 Avalee.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 54 |
| 2023 | 90 |
| 2022 | 81 |
| 2021 | 96 |
| 2020 | 106 |
| 2019 | 103 |
| 2018 | 111 |
| 2017 | 108 |
| 2016 | 109 |
| 2015 | 90 |
| 2014 | 86 |
| 2013 | 86 |
| 2012 | 88 |
| 2011 | 68 |
| 2010 | 53 |
| 2009 | 47 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |