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At a Glance
- Meaning
- April
- Origin
- French
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- AV-ril
Avril is the French word for April, and that's the meaning behind this name. Pronounced AV-ril (/ævrɪl/), it's been recorded as a U.S. baby name going back to 1919. If you like names that carry a direct, literal meaning tied to a month, Avril fits that pattern exactly.
Meaning & Origin of Avril
Meaning: April.
Origin: French.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Avril
AV-rilIPA /ˈævrɪl/
Popularity of Avril
Avril's high point came in 2008, when 155 girls were given the name, putting it at #1504 nationally. By 2024 that had eased to #1847, with 108 girls named Avril that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Avril mean?
April. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Avril?
Avril is pronounced AV-ril (IPA: /ˈævrɪl/).
Is Avril a popular name right now?
Avril peaked at #1504 in 2008 and is ranked #1847 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1919–2024.)
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