Avery vs Mabel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Girl #31 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of elves"

Origin: Old English Aelfric via Norman French Aubery

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31
Total SSA Count
5,632
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ave, Avie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Avery Rank #31
Mabel Rank #222

Avery is more popular, ranked #31 vs #222 for Mabel.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Avery ___

  • Avery Grace
  • Avery Rose
  • Avery Mae
  • Avery Jane
  • Avery Kate
  • Avery Lynn

Mabel ___

  • Mabel Rose
  • Mabel Jane
  • Mabel Grace
  • Mabel June
  • Mabel Pearl
  • Mabel Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Avery

Parker Blake Logan Riley Harper

If you choose Mabel

Hazel Florence Walter Ernest Edith

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avery or Mabel more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Mabel at #222 in the United States.

What do Avery and Mabel mean?

Avery means "ruler of elves" (Old English Aelfric via Norman French Aubery origin). Mabel means "lovable, dear" (Latin origin).

Are Avery and Mabel boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a girl name. Mabel is primarily a girl name.

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