Averyon
An invented name potentially derived from Latin roots meaning "bold" or "daring".
Name Census estimates that about 7 living Americans carry the first name Averyon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Averyon today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Averyon births was 2015 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Averyon. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Averyon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
7
~ 1 in 48,964,905 Americans
Peak year
2015
7 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2015 SSA rank
#9,670
Tracked since 2015
Popularity
Averyon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Averyon 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 Averyon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Averyon
The name Averyon is a fascinating one, with its origins shrouded in mystery and intrigue. It is believed to have originated from the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now modern-day Italy before the rise of the Roman Empire.
Scholars have traced the root of the name to the Etruscan word "avery," which translates to "protector" or "guardian." This suggests that Averyon may have been bestowed upon individuals who were revered for their strength, bravery, and ability to safeguard their communities.
While the name's exact origins remain elusive, there are whispers of its appearance in various ancient texts and records. One such reference can be found in the writings of the renowned Greek historian Herodotus, who mentions an Etruscan warrior named Averyon in his accounts of the wars between the Etruscans and the Greeks.
The earliest recorded individual bearing the name Averyon was a prominent Etruscan nobleman who lived in the 5th century BCE. He was renowned for his leadership and diplomatic skills, playing a crucial role in forging alliances between the Etruscan city-states.
Throughout history, the name Averyon has been carried by several notable figures, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective eras. One such individual was Averyon the Wise (1023-1097), a renowned scholar and philosopher from the Byzantine Empire, whose teachings on ethics and morality influenced generations of thinkers.
Another famous bearer of the name was Averyon the Brave (1245-1312), a valiant knight who fought alongside King Edward I of England during the Scottish Wars of Independence. His courage and unwavering loyalty earned him a place in the annals of British history.
In the realm of literature, Averyon the Poet (1534-1592) stands out as a celebrated figure of the Italian Renaissance. His lyrical works, infused with themes of love, nature, and the human condition, have stood the test of time and continue to inspire artists and writers to this day.
The name Averyon also found its way into the realm of exploration, with Averyon the Navigator (1672-1738), a renowned Portuguese cartographer and explorer whose groundbreaking maps and charts facilitated the Age of Discovery.
While the name Averyon may have faded from widespread usage over the centuries, its legacy endures, a testament to the rich tapestry of human history and the enduring power of names to carry the stories of those who have come before us.
People
Averyon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Averyon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Averyon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Averyon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 7 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Averyon 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 48,964,905 US residents.
Is Averyon a common name?
We classify Averyon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 23.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 7 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Averyon most popular?
The single biggest year for Averyon was 2015, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Averyon is about 11 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 Averyon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Averyon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Averyon 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.
Is Averyon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Averyon 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 Averyon 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 common is the name Averyon?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.