Declining since 2019, #3,757 for boys today.
Popularity of Avett since 2009
Babies named Avett per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 0 | 6 |
| 2010s | 35 | 496 |
| 2020s | 19 | 268 |
Meaning & origin
Avett is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2009. It reached its peak popularity in 2018, but has been declining in use since 2019. As of 2025, it is given to roughly 1 in 58,899 boys, making it a distinctive choice. The name is most frequently recorded in North Carolina, reflecting possible regional influence.
Avett is a modern American name, likely a variant or respelling of surnames such as Avit or Everett. It gained modest popularity in the United States starting in the late 2000s, possibly influenced by the folk band The Avett Brothers. Its usage as a given name remains rare.
Where Avett is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Av, Vett
Sibling names for Avett
Names that share Avett's style, for a brother or sister.
