Little bird or desired
Avalin is a modern variant likely derived from the Germanic name Avila, meaning 'desired', or the Latin 'avis', meaning 'bird'. It is often seen as a contemporary blend of the names Ava and Lynn, combining vintage charm with a modern suffix.
Less common today
Avalin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,049 in 2008.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
