Declining since 2017, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Avonna since 1970
Babies named Avonna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 63 |
| 2000s | 91 |
| 2010s | 141 |
| 2020s | 75 |
Meaning & origin
Avonna is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1970. Its popularity peaked in 2018, but since 2017 its usage has been declining. In 2025, it ranked 8,362 with approximately 1 in 133,939 newborn girls receiving the name. The name is likely a modern invention, perhaps combining the trendy 'Av-' beginning of names like Ava with the soft '-onna' ending reminiscent of Yvonne. Because Avonna has no historical or etymological roots in other languages, it is best categorized as a modern English coinage. Its rarity means it has not been recorded in any top states, and it has no widely recognized variants or famous bearers. Parents choosing Avonna may be drawn to its melodic sound and unique feel.
Avonna first appeared in the United States around 1970. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly influenced by the popularity of names starting with 'Av-' like Ava, combined with the fashionable '-onna' suffix seen in names such as Yvonne. It has no known historical roots or traditional meaning.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ava, Vonna, Avie
Sibling names for Avonna
Names that share Avonna's style, for a brother or sister.
