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At a Glance
- Meaning
- River
- Origin
- Welsh
- Pronunciation
- AH-von
Afon (AH-von) is a Welsh name that means "river." It's short, easy to say, and has a soft, flowing sound that matches its meaning.
Meaning & Origin of Afon
Meaning: River.
Origin: Welsh.
How to Pronounce Afon
AH-vonIPA /ˈavɔn/
Popularity of Afon
Afon does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Afon mean?
River.
How do you pronounce Afon?
Afon is pronounced AH-von (IPA: /ˈavɔn/).
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