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Avenir

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Pronounced ah-veh-NEER /ɑ.vɛˈnir/Medium

Meaning: From French avenir, 'the future' — also Russian Avenir, from the legendary king in the Barlaam taleLow

In 30 seconds: Tomorrow on the certificate: Avenir is French for 'the future' — and an old Russian saint-king. Forecast: bright.
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Origin MediumFrench, Russian
MeaningFrom French avenir, 'the future' — also Russian Avenir, from the legendary king in the Barlaam tale
U.S. rank (2024)#3888 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births28 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2013
Total births (all-time)≈ 425

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320022024

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

History & Origin

Avenir reads from French avenir, 'the future', and as the Russian saint-name from the Barlaam legend (routes layered, which we note).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, future at the root, and forecasted.

Did you know? L'avenir — the French future — doubles as the Russian Orthodox Avenir, the king in the Barlaam and Josaphat legend; time travels both ways.
Overall data confidence 60%
References — avenir/Avenir — routes layered

Variations

AvenireAvner

Nicknames

Ave

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Avenir mean?

Avenir is French for 'the future', and a Russian saint-name; routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Avenir?

It's said ah-veh-NEER /ɑ.vɛˈnir/ — three syllables, stress on the last.

Is Avenir a boy or girl name?

Avenir is a boy's name.

How popular is Avenir?

Avenir is a very rare name in the U.S.