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At a Glance
- Meaning
- River meadow
- Origin
- English (place name: Celtic afon 'river' + Old English leah 'meadow')
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- AV-on-lee
Avonlea traces back to English place-name roots: the Celtic word afon, meaning 'river,' joined with the Old English leah, meaning 'meadow.' Put together, the name simply means 'river meadow' — a name built from landscape rather than an abstract virtue or a saint's name. It's a good option if you want something that points to a specific kind of place rather than an idea.
Meaning & Origin of Avonlea
Meaning: River meadow.
Origin: English (place name: Celtic afon 'river' + Old English leah 'meadow').
How to Pronounce Avonlea
AV-on-leeIPA /ˈævənliː/
Popularity of Avonlea
Avonlea reached its highest point in Social Security data at #2056 in 2017, when 95 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had fallen to #3446, with just 45 babies receiving it that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Avonlea mean?
River meadow.
How do you pronounce Avonlea?
Avonlea is pronounced AV-on-lee (IPA: /ˈævənliː/).
Is Avonlea a popular name right now?
Avonlea peaked at #2056 in 2017 and is ranked #3446 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1990–2024.)
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