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Avan
BoyMeaning of Avan: Sanskrit: 'river'
Avan is a boy's name most strongly associated with Indian naming. It has 4 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 3737th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#3737
28 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
1,051
First recorded 1923 · peak 2012
Trend
falling
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
95% boys · 5% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
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