Avedis

“bringer of good news” — Associated with the figure of the Angel Gabriel

Armenia origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10916US 2021

6Births / yr

↑Rising

68All-time births

📅 Since 198400

How to pronounce Avedis

AH·vay·DIS

/ˈɑ.ˌveɪ.ˈdɪs/ · stress on AH · 3 syllables

“bringer of good news”

Associated with the figure of the Angel Gabriel · Armenia origin

What does Avedis mean and where does it come from?

Avedis (Ավետիս) is derived from the Armenian language and is commonly used in Armenia and among Armenian communities worldwide. The name signifies 'bringer of good news.' In Christian tradition, it is associated with the figure of the Angel Gabriel. Notably, Avedis is celebrated on Christmas Eve in

Cultural significance

Avedis has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Armenia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of bringer of good news.

Peak popularity

Reached #5164 in 1992 — currently #10916 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Avedis?

Avedis works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Avedis Grace

How popular is Avedis right now?

Rising fast — up 1718 spots — currently #10916 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2021#10916 · Top 8.1%

2005

2010

2015

2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#10916	6	▲ up 1718 · +20% births
2015	#12634	5	▲ up 233
2010	#12867	5	▼ down 2195 · -17% births
2005	#10672	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Avedis

Best Year2005Rank #10672

Peak Count6

Average Rank#11772

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20214 years

The story of Avedis

Avedis is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1984. With 68 total births recorded, Avedis remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #10672 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10916 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Avedis in 1992:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Andrew

Avedis by decade

Avedis peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	14
1990s	16
2000s	18
2010s ★	20

💎Avedis has only 68 total recorded births since 1984 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Avedis?

Common

AveAvAvieAvyEdis

What names sound and feel like Avedis?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Avedis also consider these

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Alexis

Greece · Greek

Alidis

Arabic · A Arabic name

Ameris

English · from America

Aleedis

Arabic · A Arabic name

Alesis

Arabic · A Arabic name

How is Avedis written in other languages?

Avetis

ARMENIAN

Ավետիս

Armenian

Common questions about the name Avedis

What does the name Avedis mean?

Avedis means "bringer of good news" — a name rooted in Armenia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Avedis?

Avedis is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Avedis have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Avedis?

Avedis originates from Armenia tradition. Armenia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Avedis?

Avedis is a three-syllable name pronounced AA1 V EY2 D IH1 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Avedis?

Avedis pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Armenia heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.