Ava name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning, origin, similar names and Australian ranking history.
The name Ava
Story and style
Ava is a short name for girls.
As a baby name, Ava feels compact, easy to say and at home in more than one language. It can stand on its own or sit beside longer related forms such as Eva, Eve. Because Ava is already short, it does not really need a nickname, though Avie can work casually.
At a glance
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More about Ava
Background notes
Origin
Ava is used across more than one naming tradition, with links to Multiple usage.
What style of name is Ava?
Ava feels familiar, steady and short. It sits naturally beside names like Ivy, Isla, Mia and Amelia: names that feel related in sound, style or popularity.
Nicknames and variations
Ava is often shortened to Avie.
Names similar to Ava
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Ava ranking history in Australia
Published national top-100 ranking by year
Ava was most recently listed at 6th in 2024, making it one of the most popular girls names in the current data, and appeared in the Australian top 100 in 17 of 18 years we currently cover.
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Not in top 100 |
| 2024 | 6th |
| 2023 | 3rd |
| 2022 | 7th |
| 2021 | 12th |
| 2020 | 6th |
| 2019 | 2nd |
| 2018 | 2nd |
| 2017 | 3rd |
| 2016 | 3rd |
| 2015 | 2nd |
| 2014 | 3rd |
| 2013 | 3rd |
| 2012 | 12th |
| 2011 | 4th |
| 2010 | 3rd |
| 2009 | 12th |
| 2008 | 8th |