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Avis

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Pronounced AY-vis /ˈeɪ.vɪs/High

Meaning: From the Latin avis, 'a bird'; also a Latinized form of the Germanic Aveza; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A bird: Avis is Latin. Crisp, classic, and warm.

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Origin LowLatin, Germanic

MeaningFrom the Latin avis, 'a bird'; also a Latinized form of the Germanic Aveza; routes layered

U.S. rank (2025)#13417 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1920

Total births (all-time)≈ 17,224

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

Avis comes from the Latin avis, 'a bird'; also a Latinized form of the Germanic Aveza (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, vintage name (said 'AY-vis').

In the U.S. it appears as a vintage revival name. Rare, a-bird at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Avis means 'a bird' in Latin (and is also a Latinized form of the Germanic Aveza) — a crisp, vintage name (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'AY-vis').

Overall data confidence 34%

References — Avis — routes layered

Variations

AviceAvezaAvys

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Avis mean?

Avis is Latin for 'a bird' (also a Latinized form of the Germanic Aveza); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Avis?

It's said AY-vis /e.vs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Avis a boy or girl name?

Avis is a girl's name.

How popular is Avis?

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