Lincoln vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lincoln

Boy #73 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lake colony, settlement by the pool"

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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Lincoln Rank #73

Avery Rank #259

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Lincoln or Avery more popular?

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Lincoln and Avery mean?

Lincoln means "lake colony, settlement by the pool" (Old English origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Lincoln and Avery boy or girl names?

Lincoln is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.