Ava

Origin and meaning of Ava

Ava is a name with several roots: in the Germanic sphere it is an old form tied to the word for 'bird' or to names with the element av-, while in the Hebrew sphere it is often traced to Chava (Eve), 'life.' The bright idea of vitality thus prevails. Much loved in the English-speaking world, where it sits at the very top of the charts, it is also appreciated in Germany and rising elsewhere. Short, sweet and sonorous, it blends simplicity and style with a charm at once retro and thoroughly modern.

Famous people

• Ava Gardner— actress
• Ava DuVernay— film director

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