Rising since 1995, #1,844 for girls today.
Popularity of Avril since 1919
Babies named Avril per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 75 |
| 1930s | 21 |
| 1940s | 28 |
| 1950s | 50 |
| 1960s | 92 |
| 1970s | 155 |
| 1980s | 121 |
| 1990s | 98 |
| 2000s | 950 |
| 2010s | 1,233 |
| 2020s | 651 |
Meaning & origin
Avril is a French name meaning 'April', derived from the Latin Aprilis. It entered the U.S. naming scene in 1919, but its popularity climbed significantly in the late 20th century, peaking in 2008 at rank 1844. Since 1995, it has been on a rising trajectory, possibly influenced by the pop star Avril Lavigne. In 2025, the name had a frequency of 1 in 14,882 births, with top states including Florida, Georgia, and New Jersey. Its simple yet elegant sound appeals to parents seeking a month-inspired name with French flair.
Avril is the French word for the month of April, derived from Latin 'Aprilis', which itself is of uncertain origin. The name arose in France during the Middle Ages, likely as a given name given to girls born in April. It gained wider recognition in English-speaking countries in the 20th century, possibly influenced by the Canadian singer Avril Lavigne.
Where Avril is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Avril” around the world
Where Avril lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
40
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Avi, Vivi, Av
Sibling names for Avril
Names that share Avril's style, for a brother or sister.
