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Harold vs Avi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avi

Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli American Indian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#846
Total SSA Count
288
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Harold Rank #991
Avi Rank #846

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harold or Avi more popular?

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Harold and Avi mean?

Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin). Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harold and Avi boy or girl names?

Harold is primarily a boy name. Avi is primarily a boy name.

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