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Ava
Ava, a fresh favorite, is rising in popularity in our community.
#25 all-timeGermanic originMostly a girl's name (100%)biblicalvintage
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What does Ava mean?
“desired, wished for”
Ava is a name of Germanic origin.
Ava year by year
2026*
#22
2025
#30
2024
#32
2023
#51
2022
#19
2021
#21
2020
#18
2019
#12
*2026 is a partial year. Snapshot 2026-07-03.
Famous people named Ava
- Ava Gardnericonic american actress and singer
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