UK name, mostly boys
Aviv
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "spring".
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.
Also recorded as a girls' name in the UK, with 3 girls.
Aviv is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Aviv popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 3 births.
This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2010 to 2024. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 12 living people in the UK are called Aviv. 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
- • Aviv ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 3 boys were registered as Aviv.
- • Aviv is also recorded for girls, but the boys side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aviv as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 80.0% of Aviv registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
3 births
Estimated living
12
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Aviv
In England and Wales birth records, Aviv has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 80.0% of registrations are for boys and 20.0% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Aviv registered for boys
- Ranked #5,119 in 2024
- 3 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2010 (3 births)
Aviv registered for girls
- Ranked #5,785 in 2011
- 3 girls registered in 2011
- Peak: 2011 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Aviv mean?
The name Aviv is a Hebrew name derived from the Hebrew word "av" which means "spring" or "fresh". It is associated with the month of Nisan, which is the first month of the Hebrew calendar and marks the beginning of spring. The name has been in use since ancient times and has its origins in the Semitic languages of the Middle East.
Aviv is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as a reference to the month of Nisan, as well as the ripening of barley during that time. The name is closely tied to the agricultural cycle and the renewal of life in the spring season. It carries connotations of rebirth, growth, and vitality.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Aviv can be found in the Book of Exodus, where it is used to describe the month in which the Israelites were commanded to celebrate the Passover festival. The name is also mentioned in the Book of Leviticus and the Book of Deuteronomy in relation to the agricultural festivals and offerings.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Aviv. One of the most famous was Aviv Geffen, an Israeli singer-songwriter and musician born in 1973. He is considered one of the most influential figures in Israeli rock music and has released numerous albums and singles.
Another notable person named Aviv was Aviv Kochavi, an Israeli military officer who served as the 22nd Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces from 2019 to 2023. He had a distinguished career in the military and played a key role in various operations and campaigns.
In the world of literature, Aviv Rachman-Yampol was an Israeli author and translator born in 1942. He was known for his works of fiction, poetry, and translations of Russian literature into Hebrew.
In the field of sports, Aviv Bushinian was an Israeli judoka who competed in the heavyweight category. He won a bronze medal at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens and was a multiple-time European champion.
Another individual named Aviv was Aviv Sharon, an Israeli businessman and entrepreneur born in 1946. He founded and served as the CEO of the Paz Oil Company, one of the largest energy companies in Israel.
While these are just a few examples, the name Aviv has been used throughout history by individuals from various walks of life, reflecting its significance and connection to the concepts of renewal and vitality in the Hebrew culture and tradition.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aviv over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Aviv in England and Wales, from 2010 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 Aviv, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aviv by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aviv 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 | #5119 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4765 | 9 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Aviv
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Aviv: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aviv in the UK right now?
In 2024, Aviv was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aviv most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 3 babies registered as Aviv in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aviv?
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "spring".
How many people are called Aviv in the UK?
A total of 12 babies have been registered as Aviv across the 4 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.