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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Father
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- AH-vee
Avi is a Hebrew boy's name meaning "father," pronounced AH-vee. It's a modern, minimalist pick with a bit of worldly flavor — short, easy to say, and clean on paper for parents who want something uncomplicated.
Meaning & Origin of Avi
Meaning: Father.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Avi
AH-veeIPA /ˈɑːvi/
Popularity of Avi
Avi peaked in U.S. usage in 2022, ranking #718 with 366 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had slipped to #842 with 288 babies, based on Social Security data spanning 1949 through 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Avi mean?
Father. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Avi?
Avi is pronounced AH-vee (IPA: /ˈɑːvi/).
Is Avi a popular name right now?
Avi peaked at #718 in 2022 and is ranked #842 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1949–2024.)
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