Field near the river
The name is derived from the Old English words 'afon' (river) and 'leah' (field or meadow). It was popularized by L.M. Montgomery's 'Anne of Green Gables' series as the name of the fictional village on Prince Edward Island. While it functions as a place-name, it has gained traction as a rhythmic, literary choice for girls.
Less common today
Avonlea isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,067 in 2017.
The fictional village setting and community · Anne of Green Gables
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
