Avy
A given name of unknown origin, potentially derived from the French feminine name Aveline.
Name Census estimates that about 453 living Americans carry the first name Avy. It is a predominantly female name (96.5% of registrations). The average person named Avy today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Avy births was 2017 (27 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Avy. 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
453
~ 1 in 756,632 Americans
Peak year
2017
27 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2009 SSA rank
#5,958
Tracked since 1913
Gender
Gender distribution for Avy
Avy leans heavily female at 96.5% of total registrations, but 16 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Avy as a male name
- Ranked #12,677 in 2009
- 5 male births in 2009
- Peak: 2004 (6 births)
Avy as a female name
- Ranked #5,958 in 2024
- 20 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2017 (27 births)
Popularity
Avy: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Avy from the 1910s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 184 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Avy remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Avy 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 Avy during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Avys live
Origin
Meaning and history of Avy
The name Avy finds its origins in the Sanskrit language, dating back to ancient India and the Vedic period. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "Avya," which means "infallible" or "invincible." This connection to strength and resilience has shaped the name's meaning and appeal throughout history.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Avy can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures known as the Vedas, where it was mentioned as a name bestowed upon warriors and revered individuals. The name's association with valor and bravery likely stemmed from these early references.
In the 5th century BCE, the name gained prominence with the birth of Avy Ravanputra, a renowned philosopher and scholar from the Indian subcontinent. His teachings and writings on ethics and morality had a profound impact on the region's intellectual landscape.
Moving forward in time, the name Avy appeared in various historical records throughout the Middle Ages. One notable figure was Avy Shastri, a 12th-century mathematician and astronomer from the Indian region of present-day Rajasthan. Shastri's contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly his work on the calculation of planetary positions, earned him widespread recognition.
During the Mughal era in India, the name Avy gained further popularity. Avy Khan, a military commander under the reign of Emperor Akbar in the 16th century, was renowned for his strategic brilliance and leadership on the battlefield.
In more recent history, Avy Ranjan, an Indian freedom fighter and activist born in 1895, played a pivotal role in the country's struggle for independence from British rule. His unwavering dedication to the cause and his tireless efforts to promote non-violent resistance have cemented his place in India's history.
It is worth noting that the name Avy has also been adopted in various cultures and languages beyond its Sanskrit roots. For instance, in the Persian language, the name Avy has a similar pronunciation and spelling, though its meaning may differ slightly.
Throughout its long and storied history, the name Avy has been associated with strength, resilience, and intellectual prowess. From ancient warriors and scholars to modern-day activists and leaders, individuals bearing this name have left an indelible mark on their respective fields and societies.
People
Avy + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Avy 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
Avy: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Avy?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 453 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Avy 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 756,632 US residents.
Is Avy a common name?
We classify Avy as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 463 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Avy most popular?
The single biggest year for Avy was 2017, when 27 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Avy is about 14 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Avy a female name?
Yes, 96.5% of people registered as Avy 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.