Averiana
A feminine name of Latin origin meaning "fair maiden" or "beautiful".
Name Census estimates that about 273 living Americans carry the first name Averiana. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Averiana today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Averiana births was 2013 (24 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Averiana. 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
273
~ 1 in 1,255,510 Americans
Peak year
2013
24 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2024 SSA rank
#10,341
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Averiana: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Averiana from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 150 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Averiana remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Averiana 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 Averiana during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Averiana
The name Averiana is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich history that spans several cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to the Latin language, where it is believed to be derived from the root word "aver," meaning "bird." This connection to the avian world suggests a symbolic association with freedom, grace, and a soaring spirit.
In the early medieval period, the name Averiana gained popularity among certain Germanic tribes, particularly in regions of present-day Germany and the Netherlands. During this time, the name underwent slight variations in spelling, such as Averana or Avriana, reflecting the linguistic influences of the local dialects.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Averiana can be found in the annals of the Carolingian dynasty, which ruled over much of Western and Central Europe from the 8th to the 10th centuries. A noblewoman named Averiana von Aachen (705-771) is mentioned in several historical chronicles, known for her patronage of the arts and her philanthropic endeavors.
As Christianity spread throughout Europe, the name Averiana gained a religious connotation, with some scholars suggesting a connection to the Latin word "avis," meaning "bird" – a symbolic representation of the soul's ascent towards the divine. This association may have contributed to the name's popularity among devout Christian families during the High Middle Ages.
In the 12th century, a renowned Italian poet and scholar, Averiana de' Medici (1150-1220), gained acclaim for her beautiful sonnets and her influential role in the literary circles of Florence. Her works, which celebrated love, nature, and the human spirit, have been preserved and studied by scholars throughout the ages.
Another notable figure bearing the name Averiana was a French noblewoman, Averiana de Montfort (1225-1285), who played a pivotal role in the Albigensian Crusade against the Cathar heretics. Her unwavering determination and leadership skills earned her a place in the annals of medieval history.
In the realm of the performing arts, the name Averiana was graced by the talented actress Averiana Rossi (1630-1701), a renowned figure in the commedia dell'arte tradition of Italy. Her portrayal of comedic roles and her mastery of improvisation made her a celebrated figure across the European theatrical scene.
During the Renaissance period, the name Averiana gained further prominence with the birth of Averiana Calvino (1515-1578), a Florentine writer and philosopher who contributed significantly to the intellectual discourse of her time. Her treatises on ethics, religion, and the nature of the human soul continue to inspire scholars and thinkers to this day.
These are but a few examples of the remarkable individuals who have borne the name Averiana throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.
People
Averiana + last name combinations
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FAQ
Averiana: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Averiana?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 273 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Averiana 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 1,255,510 US residents.
Is Averiana a common name?
We classify Averiana as "Very Rare". It ranks above 78.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 275 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Averiana most popular?
The single biggest year for Averiana was 2013, when 24 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Averiana is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Averiana in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Averiana a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Averiana in the SSA data are female. 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.
Is Averiana still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Averiana in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Averiana can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Averiana?
Find out how many people have the name Averiana on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.