Avery
English name meaning “ruler of elves”
- Gender
- Unisex · 80% girls
- Origin
- English
- Meaning
- ruler of elves
- Syllables
- 3
- Letters
- 5
- US rank (2023)
- #241
- Born in 2023
- 7,335
Meaning & origin
Avery began as an English form of the Germanic Alberich, 'ruler of elves'. It is now a popular unisex name, especially for girls.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Avery ranked #241 for children. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, Avery was given to 5,874 girls and 1,461 boys in the US — about 80% girls.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #191 in 2018
“Unranked” means Avery was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
Avery: frequently asked questions
What does the name Avery mean?
Avery is a English name meaning "ruler of elves". Avery began as an English form of the Germanic Alberich, 'ruler of elves'. It is now a popular unisex name, especially for girls.
Where does the name Avery come from?
Avery is of English origin. Avery began as an English form of the Germanic Alberich, 'ruler of elves'. It is now a popular unisex name, especially for girls.
Is Avery a boy or a girl name?
Avery is a unisex name used for both boys and girls.
How many babies are named Avery?
In 2023, Avery was given to 5,874 girls and 1,461 boys in the US — about 80% girls.
Is Avery a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Avery ranked #241 for children. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.