Avia

♀ Girl

Pronounced a-vee-YA /a.vi.ˈja/Medium

Meaning: My father is Yahweh.Medium

In 30 seconds: Avia is a Hebrew name meaning 'my father is Yahweh,' a statement of faith built into the name itself. It has a short, open sound that belies its weighty meaning.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningMy father is Yahweh.

U.S. rank (2024)#2575 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births68 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2016

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,848

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Rooted in Hebrew, Avia declares 'my father is Yahweh,' placing devotion at its heart. It belongs to a family of related forms, including Abiah and Abijah, that carry the same message. The name draws on a long tradition of Hebrew names that affirm faith.

Spellings like Abia and the closer 'Aviya' show the different ways the name travels between Hebrew and English. The three light vowels give Avia an airy, modern sound.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Avia is 'my father is Yahweh ', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name - Avia — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

AbiahAbijahAbia'Aviya

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Avia mean?

Avia is usually explained as meaning 'my father is Yahweh ' and is most often linked with Hebrew tradition.

How do you pronounce Avia?

It's commonly said a-vee-YA /a.vi.ˈja/.

Is Avia a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Avia is used as a girl name.

How popular is Avia?

In 2024, Avia ranked #2575 in the U.S. for girls, with 68 births recorded.