Avila

“the place of the stones”

Spain origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#2398US 2023

75Births / yr

↑Rising

447All-time births

📅 Since 192500

How to pronounce Avila

uv·IL·uh

/əv.ˈɪl.ə/ · stress on IL · 3 syllables

“the place of the stones”

Spain origin · Girl name

What does Avila mean and where does it come from?

Avila is a name with Spanish origins, derived from the name of the city Ávila in Spain. The name 'Ávila' itself is likely derived from the Latin 'Avila,' possibly referring to the medieval fortified town. It has been popularized in various cultures and can be found in Latin American countries as wel

Cultural significance

Avila has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the place of the stones.

Peak popularity

Reached #2835 in 2020 — currently #2398 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Avila?

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

Avila Grace

How popular is Avila right now?

Rising fast — up 363 spots — currently #2398 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1925–2023#2398 · Top 1.8%

1925

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2398	75	▲ up 363 · +21% births
2022	#2761	62	▲ up 66 · +3% births
2021	#2827	60	▲ up 8 · +5% births
2020	#2835	57	▲ up 1089 · +50% births
2015	#3924	38	▲ up 4388 · +171% births
2010	#8312	14	▼ down 2694 · +180% births
1925	#5618	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Avila

Best Year2023Rank #2398

Peak Count75

Average Rank#4096

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1925 - 20237 years

The story of Avila

Avila entered American naming records in 1925 and has been in use for over 99 years. With 447 total births recorded, Avila remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5618 in 1925 to #2398 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Avila in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Avila by decade

Avila peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	5
2000s	58
2010s ★	327
2020s	57

💎Avila has only 447 total recorded births since 1925 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Avila?

ANCIENT GERMANIC

Avelina

DUTCH

EvelienEveline

ENGLISH

AileenAleneAlineAvalineAvelineEileenEvelinaIleanIleenIleneLina

ESTONIAN

Evelin

What names sound and feel like Avila?

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

Avilla

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Camila

Spain · young ceremonial attendant

Spanish · A beloved name

Aqila

Arabic · intelligent, clever

Asila

English · A meaningful name

Amila

Arabic · One who is

How is Avila written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Avila

What does the name Avila mean?

Avila means "the place of the stones" — a name rooted in Spain 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 Avila?

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

What is the cultural origin of Avila?

Avila originates from Spain tradition. Spain 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 Avila?

Avila is a three-syllable name pronounced AH0 V IH1 L AH0. 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 Avila?

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