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Ulysses vs Aven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aven

Boy #1,157 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"river (from Celtic afon)"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,157
Total SSA Count
181
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ulysses Rank #1,291
Aven Rank #1,157

Aven is more popular, ranked #1157 vs #1291 for Ulysses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ulysses or Aven more popular?

Aven is more popular, ranked #1157 compared to Ulysses at #1291 in the United States.

What do Ulysses and Aven mean?

Ulysses means "difficult journey" (Greek origin). Aven means "river (from Celtic afon)" (Celtic origin).

Are Ulysses and Aven boy or girl names?

Ulysses is primarily a boy name. Aven is primarily a boy name.

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