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Avory

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Pronounced AY-vor-ee /ˈeɪ.vɔr.i/High

Meaning: A spelling of Avery — from Old English Aelfric, 'elf ruler; ruler of the elves'; also echoing Ivory; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Ruler of the elves: Avory spells Avery — 'elf ruler'. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'AY-vor-ee').
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningA spelling of Avery — from Old English Aelfric, 'elf ruler; ruler of the elves'; also echoing Ivory; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#6151 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births19 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2014
Total births (all-time)≈ 516

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201419942025

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 Old English Aelfric, 'elf ruler; ruler of the elves' — also echoing Ivory (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Avi).

In the U.S. it registers thinly in this spelling. Rare, ruler-of-the-elves at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Avery comes from the Old English Aelfric, 'elf ruler; ruler of the elves' — Avory is a spelling that also echoes Ivory — a crisp, modern name, used for both sexes (here for girls; the routes are layered; said 'AY-vor-ee').
Overall data confidence 42%
Behind the Name — Avery — root etymology

Variations

AveryAverieIvory

Nicknames

Avi

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Ivory— a name it echoes
Avary— echoes that soft -ry sound
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Avory mean?

Avory spells Avery — Old English 'elf ruler; ruler of the elves', echoing Ivory; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Avory?

It's said AY-vor-ee /ˈeɪ.vɔr.i/ — 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 girl's name.

How popular is Avory?

Avory is a rare name in the U.S.

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