Arth vs Avon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arth

Boy #5,196 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bear"

Origin: Proto-Celtic

Cultural Roots

Welsh Celtic British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,196
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Artie, Art

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Avon

Boy #5,357 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"river"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

English Welsh British Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,357
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Avi, Av

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arth Rank #5,196
Avon Rank #5,357

Arth is more popular, ranked #5196 vs #5357 for Avon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arth ___

  • Arth James
  • Arth William
  • Arth Lee
  • Arth John
  • Arth Edward
  • Arth Robert

Avon ___

  • Avon James
  • Avon William
  • Avon River
  • Avon Lee
  • Avon Grey
  • Avon Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arth

Rhys Owen Gwyneth Bronwen Evan

If you choose Avon

Wren Brynn Calder Elowen Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arth or Avon more popular?

Arth is more popular, ranked #5196 compared to Avon at #5357 in the United States.

What do Arth and Avon mean?

Arth means "bear" (Proto-Celtic origin). Avon means "river" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Arth and Avon boy or girl names?

Arth is primarily a boy name. Avon is primarily a boy name.

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