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Avery vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Girl #31 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of elves"

Origin: Old English Aelfric via Norman French Aubery

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31
Total SSA Count
5,632
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Avery Rank #31
Avery Rank #259

Avery is more popular, ranked #31 vs #259 for Avery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avery or Avery more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Avery and Avery mean?

Avery means "ruler of elves" (Old English Aelfric via Norman French Aubery origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Avery and Avery boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a girl name. Avery is primarily a boy name.

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