Declining since 2019, #3,249 for girls today.
Popularity of Avalee since 1911
Babies named Avalee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 21 |
| 1920s | 57 |
| 1930s | 11 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 153 |
| 2010s | 902 |
| 2020s | 475 |
Meaning & origin
Avalee is a modern, invented name that emerged in the United States in the early 20th century but remained rare until recent decades. First recorded in 1911, it saw its peak popularity in 2020, riding the wave of names ending in the popular -lee suffix. Since 2019, its usage has been declining. As of 2025, it ranked 3249 nationally, with approximately 1 in every 33485 girls receiving the name. Most common in Connecticut, New York, and Texas, Avalee reflects a broader trend of Ava-variant names that appeal to parents seeking a melodic yet distinctive choice. Its lack of traditional roots or historical bearers makes it a purely modern creation, free from cultural or religious associations.
Avalee is a modern invented name, combining the popular name Ava with the trendy suffix -lee (also spelled -ley or -leigh). It first appeared in U.S. records in 1911 but saw its strongest use only in the 21st century.
Where Avalee is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ava, Lee, Lia
Sibling names for Avalee
Names that share Avalee's style, for a brother or sister.
