Avner Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAV-ner / ˈæv.nərHebrew
Meaning
Hebrew: 'father of light'
Historical & Cultural Background
Avner is a Hebrew name that has roots in biblical traditions. It is often associated with strength and leadership. The name appears in Jewish texts and is sometimes linked to historical figures in Jewish history. It is relatively uncommon outside of Jewish communities.
Trend Summary
The name Avner has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Avner
- Avnery
International Variants
- Avner (Hebrew)
Famous people named Avner
Avner Cohen is an Israeli historian known for his work on nuclear policy in Israel.
Avner Shalev is an Israeli public figure and the chairman of Yad Vashem.
Avner Gvaryahu is an Israeli activist and former soldier known for his anti-occupation stance.
Avner Ben-Ner is a noted Israeli economist recognized for his research in behavioral economics.
Fictional characters named Avner
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Avner was first seen in the United States in 1921. Avner has ranked as high as #1367 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Avner has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Avner (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 15 |