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Avril vs Ava

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ava

Girl #9 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"life"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9
Total SSA Count
8,662
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Avril Rank #31,673
Ava Rank #9

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 vs #31673 for Avril.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avril or Ava more popular?

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 compared to Avril at #31673 in the United States.

What do Avril and Ava mean?

Ava means "life" (Germanic origin).

Are Avril and Ava boy or girl names?

Avril is primarily a boy name. Ava is primarily a girl name.

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