Lane vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lane

Boy #261 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"narrow road, path"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Lane Rank #261

Avery Rank #259

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #261 for Lane.

Is Lane or Avery more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Lane at #261 in the United States.

What do Lane and Avery mean?

Lane means "narrow road, path" (Old English origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Lane and Avery boy or girl names?

Lane is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.