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Avery vs Sutton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#259
Total SSA Count
1,348
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Sutton

Boy #442 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"southern settlement, south farm"

Origin: Old English (suð + tun)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#442
Total SSA Count
712
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Avery Rank #259
Sutton Rank #442

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #442 for Sutton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avery or Sutton more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Sutton at #442 in the United States.

What do Avery and Sutton mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Sutton means "southern settlement, south farm" (Old English (suð + tun) origin).

Are Avery and Sutton boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Sutton is primarily a boy name.

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