Avi
Avi is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
My father.
Origin and history
Avi is a traditional Hebrew masculine name that serves both as a standalone given name and a common diminutive for longer names like Avraham or Aviel. It has experienced a steady increase in popularity in the United States in recent years. Its simple two-syllable sound makes it versatile and modern.
Popularity in the United States
6,087 babies in the United States have been named Avi since 1880. It ranks #1544 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #761.
States where it is most popular
- NY (25.3 %)
- CA (17.6 %)
- NJ (10.4 %)
- TX (6.6 %)
- IL (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 49 |
| 1960-1970 | 80 |
| 1970-1980 | 270 |
| 1980-1990 | 354 |
| 1990-2000 | 424 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,120 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,926 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,859 |
Famous people named Avi
- Avi Arad: Film producer, Executive
- Avi Loeb: Astrophysicist, Author
Fun facts
- The element 'Av' means 'father' in Hebrew and serves as the prefix for many traditional biblical names.
- Avi has risen in usage in the U.S., ranking inside the top 800 boy names in recent years.