Dakota vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dakota

Boy #329 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"friendly, allies, friend"

Origin: Dakota Sioux

American Native American

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

English American

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Dakota Rank #329

Avery Rank #259

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #329 for Dakota.

Is Dakota or Avery more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Dakota at #329 in the United States.

What do Dakota and Avery mean?

Dakota means "friendly, allies, friend" (Dakota Sioux origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Dakota and Avery boy or girl names?

Dakota is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.