Ava

Gender:girl

Meaning:n/a

Origin:German

Pronunciation:ay vuh

Variations:Ayva, Aiva, Avah

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Ava is a very classic name, evoking images of the 19th century glamour. It is perfect for parents looking for something elegant and lovely.

Detailed Meaning

Ava may be German, Hebrew or Latin in origin. It has similarities to the Latin word for bird, ‘avis.’ Also a variant of the popular name Eva.

Famous People With This Name

Ava Gardener was a famous American actress known for her work in classic Hollywood, Ava Astor was an American socialite and member of the prominent Astor family, and Ava Leigh is a British reggae singer.

Possible Nicknames

A possible nickname for Ava can be VaVa or Ay.

Related Names

Ava can also be spelt Ava, Aiva and Avah.

Stories Featuring This Name

Ava Benton is a character in the soap opera “All My Children.” Ava Lord is a character in the “Sin City” graphic novels. Ava Moore is a character in the television show “Nip/Tuck.”

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