Earth; breathing; life
Avanni is a modern American variant of the Sanskrit name Avani, which translates to 'earth'. It is also sometimes associated with the Hebrew root 'avah', meaning 'to breathe' or 'to live'. This spelling variation adds a contemporary flair to a name rooted in ancient natural elements.
Less common today
Avanni isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,250 in 2025.
Social media personality and makeup artist
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).