Avery is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #204 in 2019 with 1,933 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2014 with 2,283 births ranking #186. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 63.8%. In 2019, approximately 1 in every 928 boys born was named Avery. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Avery is a polished modern favourite with old surname roots and a bright, adaptable sound. It feels confident, clean, and highly contemporary.
The name shifted from surname and older male use into strongly modern unisex use, then became particularly popular for girls. Its style now matters more in daily use than awareness of its older root.