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Foster vs Aven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aven

Boy #1,157 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"river (from Celtic afon)"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,157
Total SSA Count
181
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Foster Rank #1,077
Aven Rank #1,157

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 vs #1157 for Aven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Foster or Aven more popular?

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 compared to Aven at #1157 in the United States.

What do Foster and Aven mean?

Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin). Aven means "river (from Celtic afon)" (Celtic origin).

Are Foster and Aven boy or girl names?

Foster is primarily a boy name. Aven is primarily a boy name.

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