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Edith vs Ava

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edith

Girl #528 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperous in war"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#528
Total SSA Count
579
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Edith Rank #528
Ava Rank #9

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 vs #528 for Edith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edith or Ava more popular?

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 compared to Edith at #528 in the United States.

What do Edith and Ava mean?

Edith means "prosperous in war" (Old English origin). Ava means "life" (Germanic origin).

Are Edith and Ava boy or girl names?

Edith is primarily a girl name. Ava is primarily a girl name.

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