Ava

Girl's name

Ava is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Latin word "avis" meaning "bird." It has also been linked to the Germanic element "avi."

Meaning Life, to breathe
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 8,662 Falling
Peak year 2007

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ava Gardner - Actress known for "The Killers" and "Mogambo."
  • Ava DuVernay - Director of "Selma" and "A Wrinkle in Time."
  • Ava Max - Singer known for "Sweet but Psycho."
  • Ava Allan - Actress and social media influencer.
  • Ava Phillippe - Daughter of Reese Witherspoon.
  • Ava Kolker - Actress on Disney Channel's "Sydney to the Max."
  • Ava Michelle - Actress in Netflix's "Tall Girl."
  • Ava Acres - Voice actress in "Despicable Me 2."
  • Ava Cantrell - Actress in "Lights Out" and "Haunted Hathaways."
  • Ava Sangster - Actress in "The Last Kingdom" and "Silent Witness."

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