Drawn from Hebrew, Avir points to the top of a tree, giving it an airy, lofty image. It is an uncommon choice with a simple two-syllable shape. The related form Avira appears as a variant.

Its light sound suits its high-up meaning. Avira is the variation closest to it.

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

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

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Avir mean?

Avir is usually explained as meaning 'treetop' and is most often linked with Hebrew tradition.

How do you pronounce Avir?

It's commonly said AV-eer /ˈæv.ir/.

Is Avir a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Avir?

In 2024, Avir ranked #1772 in the U.S. for boys, with 92 births recorded.