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Avah

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Pronounced AY-vuh /ˈeɪ.və/High

Meaning: Life; a spelling variant of Ava, from Germanic ava (life, living) or Hebrew Chava (life)High

In 30 seconds: A -h spelling variant of Ava meaning 'life,' distinguished visually while sharing the same pronunciation. The -ah ending adds a softness common in Hebrew-influenced names.
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Origin HighGermanic, Hebrew
MeaningLife; a spelling variant of Ava, from Germanic ava (life, living) or Hebrew Chava (life)
U.S. rank (2025)#1436 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births150 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 7,044

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201819232025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Avah is a spelling variant of Ava, which may derive from Germanic ava (life) or from Hebrew Chava (life, the root of Eve). The -ah ending echoes Hebrew naming conventions.

Avah appeared in U.S. birth data as a variant of Ava. It ranked #1191 for girls in 2024.

Did you know? Ava (and Avah) has been one of the fastest-rising names in modern naming history — entering the U.S. charts around 2005 and gaining popularity, driven partly by celebrity use (Reese Witherspoon named her daughter Ava) and partly by its simple, radiant sound.
Overall data confidence 87%
Behind the Name — Ava — etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

AvaEvaAvia

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If you like Avah…

Ava— the standard spelling of the same name
Eva— the Latin/Hebrew form of the same life-root name
Nava— Hebrew feminine name (beautiful) with the same short -ava feel
Miah— shares the -ah ending
Aylah— another Hebrew name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Avah mean?

Avah means 'life,' a -h spelling variant of Ava, from Germanic ava (life) or Hebrew Chava (life).

How do you pronounce Avah?

It's said AY-vuh — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Avah a boy or girl name?

Avah is used as a girls' name.

How popular is Avah?

Avah ranked #1191 for U.S. girls in 2024.

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