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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Island of apples
- Origin
- Welsh/Brythonic Celtic (Arthurian legend)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- AV-uh-lahn
Avalon comes from Welsh/Brythonic Celtic tradition, where it's the name of the island of apples in Arthurian legend. It's used as a name for children of any gender, pronounced AV-uh-lahn, and its worldly feel fits that old, faraway-island feel.
Meaning & Origin of Avalon
Meaning: Island of apples.
Origin: Welsh/Brythonic Celtic (Arthurian legend).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Avalon
AV-uh-lahnIPA /ˈævəlɑːn/
Popularity of Avalon
Avalon hit its highest point in Social Security data back in 1921, when 43 babies got the name and it ranked #1169. In 2024, 130 babies were named Avalon, but that only placed it at #1602.
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FAQ
What does the name Avalon mean?
Island of apples. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Avalon?
Avalon is pronounced AV-uh-lahn (IPA: /ˈævəlɑːn/).
Is Avalon a popular name right now?
Avalon peaked at #1169 in 1921 and is ranked #1602 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1907–2024.)
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