| Meaning | ruler of the elves, elf counsel |
| Origin | English, French |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Avery |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Av-er-y |
When it comes to choosing a name for your baby boy, Avery stands out as a distinctive choice. With origins in both English and French, this name carries a sense of strength and charisma. In Old English, Avery derived from "Aelfric," which translates to "elf ruler" or "elf power." In French, it is associated with "Aubrey," meaning "ruler of the elves."
Avery exudes a unique charm that sets it apart from other names. Its mythical connotations connect the bearer to qualities of leadership and power. With variations like Averie and Avry, it offers flexibility while maintaining its captivating essence. Nicknames such as Av and Ace provide endearing options for daily use.
This name has been embraced by various famous individuals across different fields. From Avery Brooks, the accomplished actor and musician, to Avery Johnson, a notable basketball player and coach, the name Avery has left its mark on the world stage. In fiction, characters like Avery Jessup from "30 Rock" and Avery Carrington from "Grand Theft Auto: Vice City" demonstrate the name's appeal in pop culture.
Choosing Avery for your baby boy bestows upon him a name that embodies both elegance and power, a name that will accompany him on his journey through life, setting him apart as a unique and remarkable individual.
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| Avery Brooks | American actor |
| Avery Johnson | Former professional basketball player and coach |
| Avery Bradley | American professional basketball player |
| Avery Schreiber | American comedian and actor |
| Avery Brundage | Former president of the International Olympic Committee |
| Avery Williamson | American football player |
| Avery Dennison | American businessman and philanthropist |
| Avery Williams | American football player |
| Avery Willard | American activist and writer |
| Avery Schlereth | American actor |
| Avery Hopwood | American playwright and author |
| Avery Young | American football player |
| Avery Robinson | American singer-songwriter |
| Avery Pizzuto | American dancer |
| Avery Jessup | Character from the TV series "30 Rock" |
| Avery Markham | Character from the TV series "Justified" |
| Avery Carrington | Character from the video game "Grand Theft Auto - Vice City" |
| Avery Cates | Character from the book series "The Avery Cates Series" |
| Avery Crosslin | Character from the book "The Summer Remains" by Seth King |
| Avery Dixon | Character from the TV series "Shameless" |
| Avery Barkley | Character from the TV series "Nashville" |
| Avery Johnson | Character from the video game series "Halo" |
| Avery Lighthouse | Character from the TV series "Manifest" |
| Avery | Character from the TV series "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Avery Radcliffe | Character from the TV series "Dynasty" |
| Avery Bullock | Character from the TV series "American Dad!" |
| Avery Brown | Character from the TV series "Murphy Brown" |
| Avery Jennings | Character from the TV series "Dog with a Blog" |
| Avery Hextall | Character from the movie "Love & Other Drugs" |