Franklin vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Franklin

Boy #389 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"free man, freeholder of land"

Origin: Middle English

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Franklin Rank #389

Avery Rank #259

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #389 for Franklin.

Is Franklin or Avery more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Franklin at #389 in the United States.

What do Franklin and Avery mean?

Franklin means "free man, freeholder of land" (Middle English origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Franklin and Avery boy or girl names?

Franklin is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.