Holding steady.
Popularity of Averill since 1912
Babies named Averill per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1987, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Averill's real moment was 1913.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 10 | 42 |
| 1920s | 36 | 22 |
| 1930s | 30 | 6 |
| 1940s | 10 | 23 |
| 1950s | 6 | 6 |
| 1960s | 5 | 16 |
| 1970s | 0 | 21 |
| 1980s | 6 | 61 |
| 1990s | 0 | 16 |
| 2000s | 7 | 10 |
| 2010s | 0 | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Averill is a rare unisex name with English origins, first recorded in U.S. Social Security data in 1913. Its peak year of usage was also 1913, reflecting a very limited period of modest use. The name has never ranked within the top 1000, and in the latest year (2025), its 1-in-N incidence is too low to report. Averill's trajectory has been stable, meaning it has not seen a significant revival or decline. The name is absent from any top state data, indicating its usage is scattered. Despite its obscurity, Averill carries a classic, surname-style feel that may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet traditional name. Its unclear etymology and rare usage give it an air of mystery, but it remains a legitimate choice for those who appreciate uncommon names with historical roots.
Averill is derived from an English surname, itself likely from a place name or a variant of Everill. The surname may trace back to Old English 'eofor' (boar) combined with 'hyll' (hill), yielding 'boar hill'. Alternatively, it may be a variant of the name Averel, of uncertain meaning. The name has been used as a given name since the late 19th century, particularly in the United States, and is sometimes considered a variant of Averell.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ave, Rill
Sibling names for Averill
Names that share Averill's style, for a brother or sister.
