Aprile

Meaning & origin

Aprile is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1947. Its peak popularity came in 1973, when it ranked 975, the only year it has ever placed in the top 1000. Since then, usage has been minimal and stable, with fewer than five births per year in most decades. Unlike the more common spelling April, Aprile has never gained widespread traction. Its association with the spring month gives it a fresh, seasonal appeal, but it remains an uncommon choice, particularly outside the 1970s. The name is not concentrated in any specific state, as its usage is too sporadic for meaningful geographic patterns.

Aprile is a variant spelling of April, taken directly from the name of the fourth month of the Gregorian calendar. The month name itself comes from the Latin 'Aprilis,' which is of uncertain origin but may be related to the verb 'aperire' meaning 'to open,' referring to the opening of flowers in spring. As a given name, April gained popularity in the mid-20th century, with Aprile emerging as a less common spelling variant.