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Avery

Avery is a gender-neutral name of British origin. Combining versatility and mystery all at once, it means "elf counsel" or "ruler of elves." This name offers you a world of possibilities, from honoring your favorite fantasy films to marking a Christmas birth date. If you want to add a magical touch to baby's namesake, Avery is a striking name worth considering.
British Unisex
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Meaning

Ruler of the elves

Popularity

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Pronunciation

'AY-vuh-ree'

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Traits

  • Creative
  • Elegant
  • Adventurous
  • Charming

Compatibility

Avery is a versatile name that pairs well with a variety of sibling names, both traditional and modern. It also makes a strong choice as a middle name, adding a touch of sophistication to the full name. Culturally, Avery fits in well with both British and American naming styles, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a name that is both classic and trendy.

Creative Elegant Adventurous Charming

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Avery Brooks

Avery Brooks

Actor

Born: October 2, 1948 · Evansville, Indiana, USA

Portrait of Avery Johnson

Avery Johnson

Basketball Coach

Born: March 25, 1965 · New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Portrait of Avery Brundage

Avery Brundage

Sports Administrator

Born: September 28, 1887 · Detroit, Michigan, USA

Portrait of Avery Schreiber

Avery Schreiber

Comedian

Born: April 9, 1935 · Chicago, Illinois, USA

Portrait of Avery Fisher

Avery Fisher

Businessman, Philanthropist

Born: March 4, 1906 · Brooklyn, New York, USA

Portrait of Avery Sunshine

Avery Sunshine

Musician

Born: May 22, 1975 · Chester, Pennsylvania, USA

Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Avery Original form
  • Эйвери Russian
  • 艾維瑞 Chinese (Traditional)
  • एवेरी Hindi
  • 에이버리 Korean
  • Persian
  • Japanese
  • Georgian
  • Hebrew

Cultural Adaptations

  • ایوری (Avery) Persian
  • アヴェリー (Averī) Japanese
  • ევერი (Everi) Georgian
  • איוורי (Avery) Hebrew

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Frequently Asked Questions about Avery

What does Avery mean?
Ruler of the elves
What is the origin of Avery?
Avery has British origins.
Is Avery popular?
Avery has been viewed 144 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Avery?
Similar names include Webbie, Skye, Yohanna, Yasin, Rory.
How do you pronounce Avery?
Avery is pronounced 'AY-vuh-ree'.

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