Avella
Meaning of Avella
Avella, pronounced uh-VEL-uh, weaves together Latin roots and Persian resonance, drawing from the Latin avellana (hazelnut) to evoke protection and subtle strength while echoing the Persian “Ava,” meaning voice, to suggest a gentle melody reminiscent of a softly recited ghazal. In the United States, its use has been modest but consistent—five newborns received the name in 1962, it resurfaced with six in 2010 and 2023, and by 2024 eleven girls bore the name, positioning Avella at rank 939 on the Social Security list. This steady pattern, hovering between ranks 773 and the mid-900s over six decades, suggests an underdog quality: never a chart-topper, yet never fully forgotten. Such persistence may appeal to parents seeking a name that balances quiet elegance with cultural depth, offering both an analytical nod to historical usage and an almost lyrical hint of heritage in each syllable.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as uh-VEL-uh (/əˈvɛlə/)
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