Avery Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAY-vuh-ree / /ˈeɪ.və.ri/English; French
Meaning
English: elf ruler; French: a place name
Historical & Cultural Background
Avery originated as a surname in England, derived from the Old English name Aelfric, meaning 'elf ruler'. It became popular as a given name in the 20th century. The name has also been associated with French origins, where it is linked to a place name. Avery is used for both boys and girls, though it has become more common for girls in recent years.
Trend Summary
Avery has seen a significant rise in popularity in the United States, particularly for girls, over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Averie
- Averi
International Variants
- Averi (English)
- Avery (French)
Famous people named Avery
Avery Brooks is an American actor and director known for his role as Captain Benjamin Sisko in 'Star Trek: Deep Space Nine'.
Avery Johnson is a former professional basketball player and coach, recognized for his time in the NBA.
Avery Schreiber was an American actor and comedian, famous for his work in television and film during the 1960s and 1970s.
Avery Brundage was an American businessman and sports official, serving as the president of the International Olympic Committee.
Fictional characters named Avery
Avery Bullock is a character in the animated series 'American Dad!', serving as the director of the CIA.
Avery Carrington is a character in the video game 'Grand Theft Auto: Vice City', known as a wealthy and influential businessman.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Avery was first seen in the United States in 1880. Avery has ranked as high as #325 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, North Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Avery has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Avery (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 120 | |
TX | 83 | |
NY | 78 | |
FL | 76 | |
GA | 76 | |
NC | 59 | |
OH | 56 | |
WA | 48 | |
PA | 44 | |
VA | 42 | |
IL | 39 | |
TN | 38 | |
KY | 32 | |
AZ | 31 | |
MD | 30 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 9 |
1881 | 25 |
1882 | 14 |
1883 | 14 |
1884 | 16 |
1885 | 12 |
1886 | 6 |
1887 | 14 |
1888 | 13 |
1889 | 9 |
1890 | 17 |
1891 | 9 |
1892 | 18 |
1893 | 19 |
1894 | 18 |
1895 | 20 |
1896 | 20 |
1897 | 21 |
1898 | 15 |
1899 | 17 |
1900 | 12 |
1901 | 19 |
1902 | 18 |
1903 | 13 |
1904 | 18 |
1905 | 22 |
1906 | 17 |
1907 | 17 |
1908 | 23 |
1909 | 17 |
1910 | 21 |
1911 | 22 |
1912 | 58 |
1913 | 66 |
1914 | 91 |
1915 | 125 |
1916 | 106 |
1917 | 115 |
1918 | 118 |
1919 | 112 |
1920 | 113 |
1921 | 123 |
1922 | 131 |
1923 | 111 |
1924 | 123 |
1925 | 101 |
1926 | 99 |
1927 | 107 |
1928 | 95 |
1929 | 102 |
1930 | 103 |
1931 | 75 |
1932 | 89 |
1933 | 92 |
1934 | 95 |
1935 | 64 |
1936 | 65 |
1937 | 67 |
1938 | 80 |
1939 | 56 |
1940 | 85 |
1941 | 71 |
1942 | 82 |
1943 | 76 |
1944 | 65 |
1945 | 79 |
1946 | 77 |
1947 | 92 |
1948 | 77 |
1949 | 58 |
1950 | 81 |
1951 | 80 |
1952 | 89 |
1953 | 92 |
1954 | 125 |
1955 | 138 |
1956 | 140 |
1957 | 158 |
1958 | 171 |
1959 | 191 |
1960 | 190 |
1961 | 183 |
1962 | 188 |
1963 | 180 |
1964 | 185 |
1965 | 206 |
1966 | 192 |
1967 | 178 |
1968 | 155 |
1969 | 151 |
1970 | 171 |
1971 | 162 |
1972 | 169 |
1973 | 204 |
1974 | 179 |
1975 | 218 |
1976 | 235 |
1977 | 205 |
1978 | 224 |
1979 | 207 |
1980 | 229 |
1981 | 234 |
1982 | 217 |
1983 | 243 |
1984 | 209 |
1985 | 259 |
1986 | 279 |
1987 | 376 |
1988 | 362 |
1989 | 469 |
1990 | 387 |
1991 | 400 |
1992 | 469 |
1993 | 933 |
1994 | 1,117 |
1995 | 1,195 |
1996 | 1,180 |
1997 | 1,173 |
1998 | 1,237 |
1999 | 1,368 |
2000 | 1,370 |
2001 | 1,401 |
2002 | 1,387 |
2003 | 1,596 |
2004 | 1,523 |
2005 | 1,662 |
2006 | 1,794 |
2007 | 1,742 |
2008 | 1,748 |
2009 | 1,633 |
2010 | 1,697 |
2011 | 1,791 |
2012 | 2,019 |
2013 | 2,052 |
2014 | 2,283 |
2015 | 2,218 |
2016 | 2,124 |
2017 | 2,198 |
2018 | 2,116 |
2019 | 1,933 |
2020 | 1,794 |
2021 | 1,806 |
2022 | 1,663 |
2023 | 1,461 |
2024 | 1,348 |