Desired or bird
Avelyn is a modern elaboration of the name Ava or Evelyn. It likely derives from the Germanic name Avila, meaning 'desired', or the Latin 'avis', meaning 'bird'. It combines the vintage appeal of Evelyn with a contemporary, lyrical ending.
Less common today
Avelyn isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,148 in 2016.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
