Avril
Avril: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈævɹɪl/
Meaning and origin of Avril
Root meaning: “April”
- A female given name from French, equivalent to English April.
Etymology
20th-century invention from French avril (“April”).
How popular is Avril?
Since 1880, 3,479 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Avril (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1504 in 2008. Its highest rank for boys was #8988 in 1995. In 2025, 108 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Avril FAQ
What does the name Avril mean?
Avril traces back to a root meaning "April". A female given name from French, equivalent to English April. 20th-century invention from French avril (“April”).
What is the origin of the name Avril?
Avril is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Avril?
Since 1880, 3,479 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Avril (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1504 in 2008. Its highest rank for boys was #8988 in 1995. In 2025, 108 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Avril a boy or girl name?
Avril is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 3,479 girls and 5 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.