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Ava vs Edith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ava

Girl #9 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"life"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9
Total SSA Count
8,662
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Edith

Girl #528 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperous in war"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#528
Total SSA Count
579
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ava Rank #9
Edith Rank #528

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 vs #528 for Edith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ava or Edith more popular?

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 compared to Edith at #528 in the United States.

What do Ava and Edith mean?

Ava means "life" (Germanic origin). Edith means "prosperous in war" (Old English origin).

Are Ava and Edith boy or girl names?

Ava is primarily a girl name. Edith is primarily a girl name.

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