Avery vs Declan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

English American

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Boy #131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"man of prayer"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish English American

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Avery Rank #259

Declan Rank #131

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Avery or Declan more popular?

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Avery and Declan mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Avery and Declan boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.