US Popularity Rank: 11075

Origin: Welsh

Meaning: River

Avon is a boy’s name brimming with personality. With Irish and Welsh origins, this name means “river.” A river is a flowing, ever-changing force of nature that is sure to inspire baby to be all that they can be. The Welsh word afon and the Irish word abhainn are also etymological ancestors to this name. Avon is also the name of many rivers found all over the world, from New South Wales to Australia. Baby is sure to be a life-affirming presence wherever they do.