Avante
A French name meaning "forward" or "ahead of its time".
Name Census estimates that about 821 living Americans carry the first name Avante. It is a predominantly male name (95.4% of registrations). The average person named Avante today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Avante births was 2002 (83 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Avante. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
821
~ 1 in 417,484 Americans
Peak year
2002
83 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,034
Tracked since 1989
Gender
Gender distribution for Avante
Avante leans heavily male at 95.4% of total registrations, but 38 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Avante as a male name
- Ranked #9,034 in 2024
- 8 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2002 (83 births)
Avante as a female name
- Ranked #15,214 in 2010
- 6 female births in 2010
- Peak: 1992 (8 births)
Popularity
Avante: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Avante from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 453 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Avante by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Avante during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Avantes live
The SSA's state-level files cover 13 states and territories. New York, Texas, Illinois recorded the most babies named Avante, while Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Michigan recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 10 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Avante
The name Avante is a modern name that has its origins in the Italian language. It is derived from the Italian word "avanti," which means "forward" or "ahead." The name is believed to have gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States and other English-speaking countries.
Avante is a name that conveys a sense of progress, ambition, and forward-thinking. It is often associated with a spirit of adventure and a desire to embrace new challenges and opportunities. While the name has no direct historical references or appearances in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it reflects the contemporary values of innovation and progress.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Avante can be found in the United States. Avante Garde, born in 1975, was an American fashion designer known for her avant-garde and unconventional designs. She was a pioneer in the world of sustainable and eco-friendly fashion, and her work often pushed the boundaries of traditional fashion norms.
Another notable individual with the name Avante is Avante Maddox, born in 1992, an American professional basketball player. He played for several teams in the NBA and overseas, and was known for his athleticism and defensive skills on the court.
In the field of literature, Avante Clarkson, born in 1967, is an American author and journalist. She has written several novels and non-fiction works that explore themes of identity, culture, and social justice. Her writing has been widely acclaimed and has contributed to important conversations about diversity and inclusion.
Avante Dickerson, born in 1982, is an American singer and songwriter. He gained recognition as a member of the R&B group Day26 and later pursued a successful solo career. His music often incorporates elements of soul, hip-hop, and pop, and he has been praised for his powerful vocals and emotive performances.
In the world of sports, Avante Inman, born in 1990, is an American professional football player. He has played as a wide receiver for several teams in the NFL and is known for his speed, agility, and ability to make difficult catches on the field.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Avante throughout history. While the name is relatively modern, it has gained popularity and recognition in various fields, reflecting the spirit of progress and forward-thinking that it represents.
People
Avante + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Avante as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Avante: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Avante?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 821 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Avante going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 417,484 US residents.
Is Avante a common name?
We classify Avante as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 834 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Avante most popular?
The single biggest year for Avante was 2002, when 83 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Avante is about 22 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Avante a male name?
Yes, 95.4% of people registered as Avante in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.