Avery vs Sawyer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Boy #132 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who saws wood"

Origin: Middle English

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Avery Rank #259

Sawyer Rank #132

Sawyer is more popular, ranked #132 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Avery or Sawyer more popular?

Sawyer is more popular, ranked #132 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Avery and Sawyer mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Sawyer means "one who saws wood" (Middle English origin).

Are Avery and Sawyer boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Sawyer is primarily a boy name.