Rory vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish English American

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

English American

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Rory Rank #226

Avery Rank #259

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Rory or Avery more popular?

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Rory and Avery mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Rory and Avery boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.