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Avedis

♂ Boy

Pronounced ah-veh-DEES /ˌɑ.vɛˈdiːs/Medium

Meaning: Avedis (Avetis) is an Armenian name meaning 'good news, glad tidings' (linked to the sense of the Gospel/annunciation). It is a well-established Armenian heritage name.Medium

In 30 seconds: Avedis is an Armenian name meaning 'good news; glad tidings' (said 'ah-veh-DEES'). A warm, heritage pick.
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Origin MediumArmenian
MeaningAvedis (Avetis) is an Armenian name meaning 'good news, glad tidings' (linked to the sense of the Gospel/annunciation). It is a well-established Armenian heritage name.
U.S. rank (2024)#11039 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1992
Total births (all-time)≈ 85

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199219842024

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

Avedis (Avetis) is Armenian for 'good news, glad tidings,' with a sense tied to the Gospel. A cherished Armenian heritage name, it reads as warm and joyful (said 'ah-veh-DEES').

In the U.S. it is rare and reads as an Armenian heritage pick. Rare, warm, and rooted.

Did you know? Avedis (Avetis) means 'good news' or 'glad tidings' in Armenian — a joyful, heritage-rich name (said 'ah-veh-DEES').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Avedis — Armenian 'good news, glad tidings'

Variations

AvetisAvedik

Nicknames

AveDis

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Avedis mean?

Avedis (Avetis) is Armenian for 'good news, glad tidings.'

How do you pronounce Avedis?

It's said ah-veh-DEES /ˌɑ.vɛˈdiːs/ — three syllables, stress on the last.

Is Avedis a boy or girl name?

Avedis is used here as a boy's name, as it is in Armenia.

How popular is Avedis?

Avedis is a rare heritage name in the U.S.

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