Avalon
Meaning
the legendary 'isle of apples' from Arthurian legend
Popularity, 1890–2024
Shape drawn from US Social Security baby-name records. Avalon peaked in the 2000s and the 2020s in nearly equal measure.
When you meet Avalon
Most people given the name Avalon in the United States are children or teenagers today. The name belongs to this generation.
Estimated from US Social Security birth registrations and typical lifespans; a rough guide, not a rule.
The Avalon deep dive
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