"ruler of elves"
Origin: Old High German
Language: English
Avary
Avary is a girl name of Old High German origin meaning "ruler of elves." Ranked #5,813 in the US, popular nicknames include Ave and Ava.
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Meaning & Origin
"elf power, supernatural strength"
Origin: Germanic
Language: English
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The Story of Avary
Avary is a variant spelling of Avery, which derived from the Old French name Averie, itself from the Old High German Alberich — composed of alb (elf) and ric (power, ruler). So the name essentially means ruler of elves or elf power. The Alberich of Germanic mythology was a powerful dwarf or elf king who controlled vast supernatural riches.
Avery (and its variants including Avary) surged in popularity for girls in the United States in the early 2000s, riding the wave of gender-neutral surname-style names. The -ery ending gives it a modern, fashionable feel that has kept it in the top 100 US names for girls.
The -ery/-ary surname-to-given-name trend reflects a broader shift in American naming culture toward names that feel contemporary and professional, suitable from childhood through adulthood.
Historical Record
Avary first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 1,637 babies have been named Avary in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Avary is past its peak , currently ranked #5,813 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Germanic root Alberich lives on in Wagner's Ring Cycle, where Alberich is a powerful dwarf who possesses the Rhine gold
- Avery/Avary was originally a surname in medieval England before transitioning to a given name
Avary in Other Languages
French
Avery
German
Alberic
Italian
Avery
Popularity Over Time
#5,813
Current Rank
Rising
Trend
Peaked 2007
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Avary
A
Avery Brooks
Actor
1948
American actor best known for playing Captain Benjamin Sisko in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
T
Tex Avery
Entertainer
1908
Legendary American animator and director who created iconic Looney Tunes characters
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,813
- Total SSA Count
- 22
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ave
Ava
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Middle Names
Middle Names for Avary
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Avary is also used as a boy name, ranked #41919.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Avary
What does the name Avary mean?
"ruler of elves" (from Old High German). "elf power, supernatural strength" (from Germanic). Avary is a variant spelling of Avery, which derived from the Old French name Averie, itself from the Old High German Alberich — composed of alb (elf) and ric (power, ruler). So the name essentially means ruler of elves or elf power. The Alberich of Germanic mythology was a powerful dwarf or elf king who controlled vast supernatural riches.
What is the origin of the name Avary?
Avary has Old High German, Germanic, American, and English origins. In Old High German, it means "ruler of elves". In Germanic, it means "elf power, supernatural strength".
Is Avary a boy or girl name?
Avary is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #5813. As a boy name, it is ranked #41919. Avary is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Avary?
Avary is currently ranked #5813 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Avary?
Common nicknames for Avary include Ave and Ava.
What are good middle names for Avary?
Popular middle name pairings include Avary Grace, Avary Rose, Avary Jane, Avary Claire, Avary Lynn, and Avary Kate.
What are good sibling names for Avary?
Names that pair well with Avary as siblings include Aubrey, Avery, Emery, Hadley, Finley, and Riley.
How many syllables does Avary have?
Avary has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Avary a common or rare name?
Avary is an uncommon name, ranked #5813 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Avary?
Are there other spellings for Avary?
Related spellings include Avarie.
About the Name Avary
Avary is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "ruler of elves" in Old High German .
Is Avary a boy or girl name? Avary is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #5,813 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #41,919. Avary is more commonly used as a girl name.
Avary is currently ranked #5,813 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Avary has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Avary include Ave and Ava. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Avary include Avarie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis