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Girl name

Ava

Ava is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “life, bird.” It currently ranks #8 for US girls and is steady.

Meaning
Life, bird.
Origin
Latin
US rank
#7
Syllables
2
Letters
3
Starts with
A

Ava's popularity over time

→ Steady
#8 in 2023Peak rank #3US SSA · girls
#1#4#8201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Ava

What does the name Ava mean?

Ava means "Life, bird." and is of Latin origin.

Is Ava a boy or girl name?

Ava is most commonly used as a girl name in the United States.

How popular is the name Ava?

Ava ranked #8 for US girls in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been steady (peak rank #3).

How many syllables are in Ava?

Ava has 2 syllables and 3 letters.

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