Holding steady, #4,539 for boys today.
Popularity of Avigdor since 1984
Babies named Avigdor per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 196 |
| 2010s | 152 |
| 2020s | 104 |
Meaning & origin
Avigdor is a rare but steady Hebrew name in the United States, first recorded in 1984. It ranked 4,539 in 2025, with approximately 1 in 77,640 male births, reflecting its continued but infrequent use. The name reached its peak in 2002, and its trajectory has remained stable over the decades. Avigdor is most commonly given in New York, home to a significant Jewish population. The name carries strong biblical and cultural resonance, evoking protection and paternal strength.
Avigdor is a Hebrew name composed of 'avi' (my father) and 'gador' (wall, protection), often interpreted as 'my father is a wall' or 'father of protection.' It appears in the Bible as a minor figure, a descendant of Benjamin. The name has been used among Jewish communities for centuries, particularly in Eastern Europe, and has seen modern revival in Israel and among diaspora Jews.
Where Avigdor is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Avigdor” around the world
Where Avigdor lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Avig, Gdor, Dori
Sibling names for Avigdor
Names that share Avigdor's style, for a brother or sister.
