Avery vs Hank

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Boy #425 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"ruler of the home"

Origin: Germanic

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Avery Rank #259

Hank Rank #425

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #425 for Hank.

Is Avery or Hank more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Hank at #425 in the United States.

What do Avery and Hank mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Hank means "ruler of the home" (Germanic origin).

Are Avery and Hank boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Hank is primarily a boy name.