Rising since 2004, #2,583 for girls today.
Popularity of Avila since 1925
Babies named Avila per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 327 |
| 2020s | 411 |
Meaning & origin
Avila is a name of uncertain origins, possibly tied to the Spanish city of Ávila or a modern English coinage. First recorded in U.S. birth data in 1925, it remained very rare for decades. In 2025, it ranked 2,583 with about 1 in 23,989 births, reflecting its recent rise in popularity. It reached its peak rank in 2024, and its upward trajectory since 2004 suggests growing interest. The name is most common in Florida, California, and Texas, which may hint at influence from Hispanic populations. Avila's soft vowel sounds and similarity to popular names like Ava and Mila make it a distinctive yet accessible choice for parents seeking a modern, underused name.
Avila may derive from the Spanish city of Ávila, whose name is of uncertain origin but possibly from Celtic or Latin roots. Alternatively, it could be a modern English coinage inspired by similar-sounding names like Ava or Mila, or a variant of the Germanic name Avila, a feminine form of Avil, meaning 'desired'. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since the 1920s, with a notable rise in popularity in recent years.
Where Avila is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Avi, Vila, Lala
Variants: Ávila, Avila
Sibling names for Avila
Names that share Avila's style, for a brother or sister.
