Ava

Ava is a Latin/Hebrew girl's name. Latin name meaning "bird-like" or "life." Short, sweet, and internationally recognized with a touch of Hollywood glamour.

How popular is Ava in the United States?

In 2024, 8,662 girls in the United States were named Ava, making it the 9th most popular girl's name that year.

It has fallen over the decade, from 5th ten years before.

Its busiest year on record was 2007, with 18,065 births.

Records for Ava go back to 1880, and 336,608 babies have been given the name since.

What Ava means and where it comes from

Latin name meaning "bird-like" or "life." Short, sweet, and internationally recognized with a touch of Hollywood glamour. Short and melodic with a vintage charm that feels both delicate and strong.

Ava is of Latin/Hebrew origin, described as vintage and elegant in style.

Is Ava a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for girls — 8,662 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

Sibling name ideas for Ava

Names of the same origin for a brother, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ava mean?

Latin name meaning "bird-like" or "life." Short, sweet, and internationally recognized with a touch of Hollywood glamour.

Where does the name Ava come from?

Ava is of Latin/Hebrew origin, and is usually described as vintage and elegant in style.

How popular is Ava in the United States?

In 2024, 8,662 girls in the United States were named Ava, making it the 9th most popular girl's name that year.

Is Ava a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for girls — 8,662 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

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