Avery vs Cole

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

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Avery Rank #259

Cole Rank #162

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Avery or Cole more popular?

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Avery and Cole mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin).

Are Avery and Cole boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Cole is primarily a boy name.