Avery vs King

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 #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

American English African American

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Avery Rank #259

King Rank #343

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #343 for King.

Is Avery or King more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Avery and King mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Avery and King boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.