Meaning: From Alberich or Alfred; meaning depends on the route
The story
Avery comes from an English surname linked to Norman forms of Alberich or Alfred. The older names have different elf-related elements, so ruler of elves is only one possible route.
Nicknames
- Ave
Spellings & variants
- Averie
- Averi
Popularity
One of the 100 most popular names in the US.
Similar position in the latest US rankings
Style
- Modern
- Surname-style
- Soft
Origins
Avery comes from English.
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