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Avi vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avi

Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli American Indian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#846
Total SSA Count
288
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Avi Rank #846
Harold Rank #991

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avi or Harold more popular?

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Avi and Harold mean?

Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Avi and Harold boy or girl names?

Avi is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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