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UK girl's name

Avanna

A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Latin meaning "desired one".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Avanna is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Avanna popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 10 births.

This profile covers 36 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2016 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, 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 30% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 39 living people in the UK are called Avanna. 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 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Avanna ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2017, when 10 girls were registered as Avanna.
  • Avanna ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #809 in 2018.
  • About 39 living people in the UK are estimated to have Avanna as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5891

2024

Births in 2024

3

Latest year

Peak year

2017

10 births

Estimated living

39

2026

Meaning

What does Avanna mean?

The name Avanna is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins rooted in ancient cultures. Its linguistic roots can be traced back to the Sanskrit language, which was prevalent in the Indian subcontinent during the Vedic period, approximately 1500 BCE to 500 BCE.

In Sanskrit, the name Avanna is believed to be derived from the word "avana," which means "earth" or "land." This connection to the earth and nature is a common theme in many ancient names, reflecting the deep reverence and respect for the natural world held by these civilizations.

While its exact origins are shrouded in the mists of time, the name Avanna has been recorded in various historical texts and records throughout the ages. One of the earliest known mentions of the name can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures known as the Vedas, which date back to the second millennium BCE.

In these sacred texts, Avanna is depicted as a powerful goddess associated with the earth and fertility, revered for her ability to bestow abundance and prosperity upon her followers. This association with the divine further solidifies the name's connection to the natural world and its cyclical rhythms.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Avanna. One of the earliest known figures was Avanna, a revered Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 7th century CE. Her works, though now largely lost to time, were celebrated for their profound insights and eloquence.

Another prominent bearer of the name was Avanna Devi, a legendary queen who ruled over the ancient kingdom of Kashmir in the 9th century CE. Known for her wisdom, compassion, and commitment to the welfare of her people, Avanna Devi's reign was marked by peace and prosperity.

In the realm of spirituality, Avanna Upanishad was a renowned mystic and sage who lived in the 11th century CE. Her teachings, which focused on the attainment of enlightenment and the unity of all beings, continue to influence spiritual seekers to this day.

The name Avanna also found its way into the annals of literature, with Avanna Puri, a celebrated poet and author who lived in the 14th century CE. Her poetic works, which explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, are considered masterpieces of medieval Indian literature.

Finally, Avanna Raghavan was a pioneering scientist and mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of astronomy in the 16th century CE. Her groundbreaking work on planetary motion and celestial calculations earned her widespread acclaim and recognition during her lifetime.

These are just a few examples of the remarkable individuals who have carried the name Avanna throughout history, each leaving their indelible mark on their respective fields and the world around them. With its rich cultural heritage and deep connections to the earth and spiritual realms, the name Avanna continues to captivate and inspire, carrying with it the weight of centuries of history and significance.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Avanna over time

The chart below shows babies named Avanna registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2016 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Avanna, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 10 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Avanna
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Decades

Avanna by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Avanna 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 #4493 14 3
2010s #4210 22 4

Geography

Where Avanna is most common

The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Avanna. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.

Avanna ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #809 in 2018.

Scotland
3

Across the UK

Avanna in Scotland and Northern Ireland

Scotland (NRS)

#809 in 2018

1 years of NRS records, 3 total registered

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FAQ

Avanna: questions and answers

How popular is the name Avanna in the UK right now?

In 2024, Avanna was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Avanna most popular?

The peak year on record was 2017, with 10 babies registered as Avanna in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Avanna?

A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Latin meaning "desired one".

How many people are called Avanna in the UK?

A total of 36 babies have been registered as Avanna across the 7 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 3 more in Scotland.

Where is Avanna most common?

In the latest published local rankings, Avanna ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #809 in 2018. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.

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.