Avery
Avery is of Old English origin, derived from the name Alfred, meaning 'ruler of the elves' or 'wise counselor.' It was originally a surname that transitioned into a given name, carrying a sophisticated and timeless quality.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,068. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 1,792
- 2012: 2,019
- 2013: 2,052
- 2014: 2,283
- 2015: 2,218
- 2016: 2,125
- 2017: 2,200
- 2018: 2,117
- 2019: 1,934
- 2020: 1,794
- 2021: 1,808
- 2022: 1,663
- 2023: 1,462
- 2024: 1,353
- 2025: 1,156
- 2026 (projected): 1,068
Good to Know
- •Increasingly popular as a unisex name, though traditionally male
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Works well in professional settings throughout life
- •Has a soft sound while maintaining sophistication
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Famous People
Avery Brooks
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Avery Johnson
Former NBA player and coach
Avery Bradley
Professional NBA basketball player
Avery Fisher
Inventor and audio equipment pioneer
Statistics
66,880
Total births since 1880
2014
Peak year
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