Avary
Meaning
"ruler of elves"
Origin: Old High German
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #5,813
- Total SSA Count
- 22
- Syllables
- 3
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Ave, Ava
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"ruler of elves"
Origin: Old High German
"gift of God"
Origin: Greek via Irish
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Avary is more popular, ranked #5813 vs #5923 for Doreen.
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Avary is more popular, ranked #5813 compared to Doreen at #5923 in the United States.
Avary means "ruler of elves" (Old High German origin). Doreen means "gift of God" (Greek via Irish origin).
Avary is primarily a girl name. Doreen is primarily a girl name.