Rising since 2007, #3,848 for boys today.
Popularity of Avenir since 2002
Babies named Avenir per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2013, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Avenir's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 57 |
| 2010s | 239 |
| 2020s | 157 |
Meaning & origin
Avenir is a rare modern name that entered U.S. records in 2002, ranking 3,848th in 2025 with a frequency of about 1 in 61,003 births. Its peak popularity occurred in 2023, and it has been steadily rising since 2007. The name is most common in Washington state. Likely inspired by the French word for 'future,' Avenir belongs to a category of aspirational modern coinages that appeal to parents seeking a distinctive, forward-looking name. Its rarity ensures a unique identity while still sounding familiar and melodic.
Avenir first appeared as a given name in the early 2000s. It is likely a modern coinage inspired by the French noun 'avenir' meaning 'future.' The name may also draw from the Latin 'advenire' (to arrive). Its use in the United States remains rare, primarily concentrated in Washington state.
Where Avenir is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Avenir
Names that share Avenir's style, for a brother or sister.
