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Avi

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Avi is a unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Hebrew name meaning 'my father'.”. It currently ranks #5026 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2022.

Letters3
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Avi Means

Hebrew name meaning 'my father'.

The Story of Avi

What if the name you give your child is also a whispered promise to the past, a connection to generations that came before them?

Avi is a Hebrew name, a tender declaration meaning 'my father.' It functions as a diminutive, a loving shorthand for longer names like Avraham or Aviel, carrying the foundational bond of family. Though ancient in its root, its emergence as a standalone given name in Western data is more recent, reflecting a timeless sentiment renewed.

Whispering 'Avi' feels like a secret, a soft, intimate declaration. When you write your child's name, you are not just labeling, but affirming a profound connection, a lineage. It's a name that implies a grounding presence, a secure embrace, the kind of bond you already feel growing with your child.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Avi Arad

    Israeli-American film producer, founded Marvel Studios.

Personality Traits

KindGentleIntelligentCreative

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Peak Year

#424 in 2022

Total Births

6,604

First Recorded

1949

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