Avry

♀ Girl

Pronounced AY-vree /ˈeɪ.vri/High

Meaning: A spelling of Avery — from the Germanic Alberic, 'elf ruler; ruler of the elves' (alf, 'elf', + ric, 'ruler'), via an English surname; used for both sexes; here for girlsLow

In 30 seconds: Ruler of the elves: Avry spells Avery. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'AY-vree').

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Origin LowGermanic, English

MeaningA spelling of Avery — from the Germanic Alberic, 'elf ruler; ruler of the elves' (alf, 'elf', + ric, 'ruler'), via an English surname; used for both sexes; here for girls

U.S. rank (2025)#8946 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births11 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2005

Total births (all-time)≈ 573

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

Avry is a spelling of Avery — from the Germanic Alberic, 'elf ruler; ruler of the elves' (alf, 'elf', + ric, 'ruler'), via an English surname. Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'AY-vree').

In the U.S. it is used for both sexes. Rare in this spelling, ruler-of-the-elves at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Avery comes from the Germanic Alberic, 'elf ruler; ruler of the elves' (alf, 'elf', + ric, 'ruler') — Avry is a spelling, crisp and modern, used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'AY-vree').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Avery — unisex; here girls'

Variations

AveryAverieAvary

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Avry mean?

Avry spells Avery — Germanic 'elf ruler; ruler of the elves'; used for both sexes.

How do you pronounce Avry?

It's said AY-vree /ˈeɪ.vri/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Avry a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Avry?

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