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Avory

♂ Boy

Pronounced AY-vuh-ree /ˈeɪ.və.ri/High

Meaning: A spelling of Avery — from the Old English elements aelf, 'elf', + raed, 'counsel', hence 'a ruler of elves; wise counsel'; used for both sexes; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A ruler of elves; wise: Avory spells Avery. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningA spelling of Avery — from the Old English elements aelf, 'elf', + raed, 'counsel', hence 'a ruler of elves; wise counsel'; used for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#9039 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births8 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2014
Total births (all-time)≈ 362

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201519912024

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

Avory is a spelling of Avery — from the Old English elements aelf, 'elf', + raed, 'counsel', hence 'a ruler of elves; wise counsel' (routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a boy (slug distinguished; said 'AY-vuh-ree').

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Avery. Rare in this form, a-ruler-of-elves at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Avery joins the Old English aelf, 'elf', and raed, 'counsel', hence 'a ruler of elves' — Avory is a spelling, crisp and modern, used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'AY-vuh-ree').
Overall data confidence 30%
References — Avery — unisex; routes layered

Variations

AveryAverieAvry

Nicknames

Ave

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Avory mean?

Avory spells Avery — English 'a ruler of elves; wise counsel'; used for both sexes; here for a boy. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Avory?

It's said AY-vuh-ree /e.v.ri/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Avory a boy or girl name?

Avory is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Avory?

Avory is a very rare spelling in the U.S.

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