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.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The fictional village setting and community · Anne of Green Gables
