Avis Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Avis originates from Latin, meaning 'bird'. It has evolved through various forms, including Avice in Old French and Middle English. The name is associated with elegance and charm, having gained popularity in the medieval period. It has no biblical relevance and is currently seen as a unique vintage choice.
The name Avis is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Avis has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Avis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2412th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2583rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3538th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3365th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5196th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14707th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11081st out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 331st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 470th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 680th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1460th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3701st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11557th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9484th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Avis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Avis"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪ.vɪs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Avis is derived from the Latin word 'avis', meaning 'bird'. It has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages.
Meaning
bird
Language Evolution
Avis (Latin), Avice (Old French), Avice (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the medieval period, particularly in England and France, and has remained in use, though it is less common today.
Variants & Derivatives
Avice, Avy, Ava
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Avis is perceived as a unique and vintage name, evoking a sense of elegance and charm.
Famous People
Avis W. McClintock, an American biologist, Avis L. C. H. Thomas, a notable English author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Avis"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Avis"
"Avis" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2412th of 7545 | 184 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2583rd of 6773 | 160 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3538th of 7552 | 98 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3365th of 10718 | 148 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5196th of 16616 | 135 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14707th of 24088 | 33 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11081st of 23106 | 60 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 331st of 9107 | 6,920 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 470th of 9204 | 4,063 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 680th of 12526 | 3,797 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1460th of 19264 | 1,136 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3701st of 27321 | 421 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11557th of 35406 | 126 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9484th of 30306 | 129 |
Regional Popularity of "Avis" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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96.75% 2289th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Avis" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
17.37% 246th/1416 |
23.21% 320th/1379 |
14.45% 342nd/2366 |
40.37% 461st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
21.93% 339th/1546 |
29.50% 459th/1556 |
20.91% 492nd/2353 |
54.43% 842nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
32.42% 722nd/2227 |
30.53% 742nd/2430 |
19.66% 561st/2853 |
33.69% 935th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
72.18% 2120th/2937 |
50.47% 1758th/3483 |
28.31% 996th/3518 |
74.26% 3003rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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52.52% 2728th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Avis"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Avis" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.