UK girl's name
Apryl
Feminine variant of the month name April, derived from Latin aperire meaning "to open".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Apryl is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Apryl popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4634, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 8 births.
This profile covers 87 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 1996 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 87 living people in the UK are called Apryl. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Apryl ranked #4634 for girls in England and Wales in 2021, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 8 girls were registered as Apryl.
- • About 87 living people in the UK are estimated to have Apryl as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4634
2021
Births in 2021
4
Latest year
Peak year
2017
8 births
Estimated living
87
2026
Meaning
What does Apryl mean?
The given name Apryl is derived from the Latin word "Aprilis", which means "to open" or "opening". This name is associated with the month of April, which marks the beginning of spring and the opening of flowers and new life in many parts of the world.
The name Apryl has its roots in ancient Roman culture, where the month of April was named after the Roman goddess of love and fertility, Aphrodite. The Romans celebrated the festival of Aprilis during this month, which involved rituals and celebrations to honor the goddess and welcome the arrival of spring.
Although the name Apryl does not appear to have any direct historical references in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it has been used as a given name for centuries, especially in English-speaking countries.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Apryl dates back to the 16th century. Apryl Twyne, born in 1534, was an English writer and translator known for her work on religious texts.
Another notable figure with the name Apryl is Apryl Winney, an American actress born in 1972. She is best known for her roles in television shows such as "The Steve Harvey Show" and "Moesha".
In the realm of sports, Apryl Jones, born in 1986, is an American model and former reality television personality who rose to fame after appearing on the show "Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood".
Apryl Veld, born in 1973, is a South African actress and singer who has appeared in numerous television shows and stage productions.
Apryl Prose, born in 1990, is an American fashion model and social media influencer known for her work with various brands and her advocacy for body positivity.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have carried the name Apryl, showcasing its enduring appeal and cultural significance across various fields and regions.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Apryl over time
The chart below shows babies named Apryl registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Apryl, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2021, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Apryl by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Apryl was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4267 | 9 | 2 |
| 2010s | #3983 | 40 | 7 |
| 2000s | #4074 | 21 | 5 |
| 1990s | #3057 | 17 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Apryl
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Apryl: questions and answers
How popular is the name Apryl in the UK right now?
In 2021, Apryl was ranked #4634 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Apryl most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 8 babies registered as Apryl in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Apryl?
Feminine variant of the month name April, derived from Latin aperire meaning "to open".
How many people are called Apryl in the UK?
A total of 87 babies have been registered as Apryl across the 18 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.