Avery vs Martin

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

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Popularity Comparison

Avery Rank #31
Martin Rank #308

Avery is more popular, ranked #31 vs #308 for Martin.

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

Martin ___

  • Martin Martin James
  • Martin Martin Alexander
  • Martin Martin Thomas
  • Martin Martin Cole
  • Martin Martin Elliot

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Avery

Parker Blake Logan Riley Harper

If you choose Martin

Henry Charles Eleanor Margaret Thomas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avery or Martin more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Martin at #308 in the United States.

What do Avery and Martin mean?

Avery means "ruler of elves" (Old English Aelfric via Norman French Aubery origin).

Are Avery and Martin boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a girl name. Martin is primarily a boy name.

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