Rising since 2014, #3,028 for girls today.
Popularity of Avira since 2014
Babies named Avira per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 80 |
| 2020s | 248 |
Meaning & origin
Avira is a modern name that first entered U.S. records in 2014, reflecting the recent trend of invented, melodic names. It reached its peak rank of 3,028 in 2025, with about 1 in 29,764 girls receiving the name that year. Its trajectory has been consistently rising since its debut, and it is most popular in New Jersey and California, states known for embracing innovative naming styles. While its exact meaning is uncertain, Avira's phonetic appeal and resemblance to established names like Aviva and Aviara contribute to its growing appeal among parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible choice.
Avira first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2014, suggesting it is a modern invented name. It may draw influence from the Hebrew name Aviva meaning 'springtime' or from place names like Aviara, a coastal resort in California. The name's soft vowel sounds and -a ending fit contemporary naming trends favoring melodic, feminine-sounding names. Its rise in usage reflects the broader pattern of creative, phonetically pleasing coinages in the 2010s and 2020s.
Where Avira is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Avi, Vira, Ava
Variants: Aviara, Avirah
Sibling names for Avira
Names that share Avira's style, for a brother or sister.
