Avionna
A variant spelling of the French feminine name Avienne meaning "favored one".
Name Census estimates that about 889 living Americans carry the first name Avionna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Avionna today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Avionna births was 2016 (73 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Avionna. 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
889
~ 1 in 385,550 Americans
Peak year
2016
73 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,772
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Avionna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Avionna from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 427 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Avionna remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Avionna 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 Avionna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Avionnas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 8 states and territories. Pennsylvania, Michigan, Ohio recorded the most babies named Avionna, while Missouri, Tennessee, New York recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 13 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Avionna
The name Avionna has its roots in the French language and culture. It is a variant of the name Aviona, which is derived from the Latin word "avis," meaning "bird." The name gained popularity in the late 19th century, particularly in France and parts of Europe.
Historically, the name Avionna has been associated with qualities such as freedom, grace, and beauty, drawing inspiration from the symbolism of birds in various cultures. While the name does not appear to have any direct references in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it has been used across different regions and time periods.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Avionna dates back to the late 1800s in France. Avionna Delacroix (1872-1938) was a renowned French painter known for her impressionistic landscapes and portraits. Her work was widely celebrated and exhibited in prestigious galleries across Europe during her lifetime.
In the early 20th century, Avionna Montfort (1901-1972) was a notable French author and poet. She was known for her evocative works that explored themes of nature, love, and the human experience. Her collection of poems, "Echoes of the Skies," published in 1928, received critical acclaim and helped establish her as a prominent literary figure of the time.
During the mid-20th century, Avionna Dubois (1925-2001) was a influential French fashion designer. Her innovative designs and use of intricate embroidery and delicate fabrics influenced the fashion industry for decades. She was awarded the prestigious Légion d'Honneur in 1985 for her contributions to French fashion and culture.
In the realm of music, Avionna Leclair (1948-2015) was a celebrated French soprano who performed in some of the most renowned opera houses around the world. Her powerful voice and commanding stage presence earned her critical acclaim, and she was widely regarded as one of the greatest operatic talents of her generation.
More recently, Avionna Mercier (1972-present) is a renowned French archaeologist and historian. Her groundbreaking research and discoveries in the field of ancient Roman civilizations have shed new light on the cultural and societal practices of that era. She has authored several influential books and has received numerous accolades for her work.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Avionna throughout history, demonstrating its enduring presence across various fields and its connection to the French language and culture.
People
Avionna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Avionna 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
Avionna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Avionna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 889 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Avionna 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 385,550 US residents.
Is Avionna a common name?
We classify Avionna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 898 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Avionna most popular?
The single biggest year for Avionna was 2016, when 73 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Avionna is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Avionna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Avionna 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.
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.