Avery
Meaning of Avery
Avery is a charming unisex name with a rich history and modern appeal. It's pronounced as AY-vree in English and AH-fay-ree in German. The name also has a slight variation, Averie. Originating from an old English surname derived from "Alfred," Avery translates to "ruler of the elves," adding a whimsical touch to its meaning.
The popularity of Avery has seen significant growth over the years, especially in the United States. While it was relatively uncommon in the early 20th century, its allure began to rise around the 90s, eventually reaching the top 15 most popular names for newborns between 2013 and 2017. This surge points towards Avery's timeless appeal among parents seeking a unique yet familiar name choice. Whether you're drawn by its enchanting roots or modern charm, Avery is indeed a captivating choice for your little one.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as AH-fay-ree (/'a.fə.ʁi/)
English
- Pronunced as AY-vree (/'eɪ.vri/)
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Notable People Named Avery
| Avery Antonio Bradley Jr. is a former American professional basketball player known for his time with the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers. |
| Avery Franklin Brooks is a versatile American actor, director, singer, and educator, best known for his roles in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and Spenser: For Hire, as well as his acclaimed performances in various other productions. |
| Avery DeWitt Johnson is a former basketball player and coach, now known as a television commentator and analyst for CBS Sports. |
| Avery Robert Dulles was an influential American Jesuit priest, theologian, and cardinal known for his academic contributions and international lectures. |
| Avery Odelle Craven was an American historian known for his writings on the nineteenth-century United States, the American Civil War, and Congressional Reconstruction from a sympathetic Lost Cause viewpoint. |
| Avery Williams - Avery A. Williams Sr. is a professional gridiron football middle linebacker for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL) and previously played for the Houston Texans after being signed as an undrafted free agent in 2017. |
| Avery Singer is an American artist recognized for her digitally assisted paintings made using 3D modeling software and computer-controlled airbrushing. |
| Avery Alder is a Canadian tabletop role-playing game designer known for creating games with themes of LGBTQ self-discovery, community building, and post-apocalyptic survival, and for inventing the Belonging Outside Belonging system, which has influenced future game designers. |
| James Avery Parrish was an American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger known for "After Hours" whose career was cut short by injuries from a bar fight in 1943. |
| Avery Skinner - Avery A. Skinner is a professional volleyball player for the United States women's national volleyball team and the Italian Series A1 team Chieri. |
| Avery Felton Blake Sr. was a prominent American college lacrosse player and coach, known for his tenure as head coach at Swarthmore College and presidency of the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association. |
| Avery Gilbert is a self-described "smell scientist" and "sensory psychologist". |
| Avery Skinner was an American politician from New York. |
| Avery Edwin Field was a renowned photographer recognized for his commercial and portrait photography, particularly his extensive work at the Mission Inn in Riverside, California. |
| Avery Garrett, a prominent American politician from Washington, served as Mayor of Renton and held multiple terms in the Washington House of Representatives and Senate. |
