April

Girl's name

April is of Latin origin, derived from the word "aperire" meaning "to open." It is often associated with the spring season and new beginnings.

Meaning Bloom
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 607
Peak year 1980

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • April Bowlby - Actress known for "Drop Dead Diva."
  • April Ross - Olympic beach volleyball player.
  • April Ashley - Transgender model and actress.
  • April Lee Hernandez - Actress in "Dexter" and "Freedom Writers."
  • April Pearson - Actress in "Skins" and "Tormented."
  • April Winchell - Voice actress and comedian.
  • April Parker-Jones - Actress in "The Oval" and "If Loving You Is Wrong."
  • April Kepner - Fictional character on "Grey's Anatomy."
  • April O'Neil - Fictional character in "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles."
  • April Ludgate - Fictional character on "Parks and Recreation."

Sisters for April

Girl names closely related to April

Brothers for April

Boy names closely related to April

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to April

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