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Avalon
Pronounced AV-uh-lon /ˈæv.ə.lɒn/Medium
Meaning: From the Arthurian place-name Avalon — Welsh, 'the isle of apples; a paradise' (from afal, 'apple'); used for both sexes; here for boys; we note the placeLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Avalon comes from the Arthurian place-name Avalon — Welsh, 'the isle of apples; a paradise' (from afal, 'apple'; the mythical island of King Arthur; we note the place). Used for both sexes, here for a boy (slug distinguished; said 'AV-uh-lon').
In the U.S. it registers thinly. Rare, the-isle-of-apples at the root, and modern.
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What does the name Avalon mean?
Avalon is the Arthurian place-name — Welsh 'the isle of apples; a paradise'; used for both sexes; here for a boy. We note the place.
How do you pronounce Avalon?
It's said AV-uh-lon /ˈæv.ə.lɒn/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Avalon a boy or girl name?
Avalon is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.
How popular is Avalon?
Avalon is a rare name in the U.S.