Avren
An uncommon name with uncertain origins, possibly related to the Welsh word avren meaning trillium.
Name Census estimates that about 8 living Americans carry the first name Avren. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Avren today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Avren births was 2011 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Avren. 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 Avren. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
8
~ 1 in 42,844,292 Americans
Peak year
2011
8 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2011 SSA rank
#8,832
Tracked since 2011
Popularity
Avren: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Avren 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 Avren 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 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Avren
The name Avren is believed to have its origins in the ancient Slavic languages, specifically in the region of what is now modern-day Bulgaria and Macedonia. The name is thought to be derived from the Proto-Slavic word "avrъnъ," which means "wind" or "breeze." This linguistic connection suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals with a free-spirited or adventurous nature.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Avren can be found in the Codex Suprasliensis, a 10th-century manuscript written in Old Church Slavonic. The manuscript contains references to a person named Avren, though details about their life and role are scarce. This early mention indicates that the name was in use during the 10th century in the region of modern-day Bulgaria and Macedonia.
In the 13th century, a notable figure named Avren was mentioned in the Synodikon of Tsar Boril, a historical document detailing the ecclesiastical affairs of the Second Bulgarian Empire. This Avren was a prominent clergyman who played a role in the religious and political affairs of the time, though specific details about his life and accomplishments have been lost to history.
Moving forward in time, one of the most well-known individuals to bear the name Avren was a Bulgarian painter and artist who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Avren Krastev (1861-1942) was celebrated for his vibrant and captivating landscapes, which captured the beauty of the Bulgarian countryside and its natural wonders.
Another notable figure with the name Avren was Avren Konstantinov (1892-1976), a Bulgarian writer and poet who was renowned for his literary works that explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition. His poetic collections, such as "Zavrati" (Winding Roads) and "Samotni Pyateki" (Lonely Paths), are considered classics in Bulgarian literature.
In the field of sports, Avren Georgiev (born 1986) is a professional football player from Bulgaria who has represented his country on the international stage. Georgiev has played as a midfielder for various clubs in Bulgaria and abroad, showcasing his skills and dedication to the game.
While the name Avren may not be as widespread as some other names, its rich history and cultural significance in the Slavic regions, particularly in Bulgaria and Macedonia, have contributed to its enduring appeal and use throughout the centuries.
People
Avren + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Avren as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Avren: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Avren?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 8 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Avren 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 42,844,292 US residents.
Is Avren a common name?
We classify Avren as "Very Rare". It ranks above 24.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 8 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Avren most popular?
The single biggest year for Avren was 2011, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Avren is about 15 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 Avren in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Avren a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Avren 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 Avren still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Avren 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 Avren 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 Avren?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.