Avory
Old English · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Avory
The given name 'Avory' is a variant of 'Avery,' derived from the Old English name 'Ælfric,' meaning "elf ruler" or "elf counsel." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, with no specific religious association, and gained popularity as a unisex name in the late 20th century.
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Etymology
The given name 'Avory' is a variant of 'Avery,' derived from the Old English name 'Ælfric,' meaning "elf ruler" or "elf counsel." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, with no specific religious association, and gained popularity as a unisex name in the late 20th century.
Avory currently ranks #6,151 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2014.
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