Oat
Derived directly from the Latin word for 'oat'. In a botanical context, it is the genus name for the oat plant. It is a rare nature-inspired choice that fits the modern trend of using botanical Latin names.
Less common today
Avena isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,832 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
