Averil
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Averil: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1976.
Rooted in Old English and Celtic origins, Averil is a variant of April, derived from the Latin *aperire* ('to open'), evoking the season when buds unfurl. It also shares ties with the Welsh name Ebrill, meaning 'wild boar', giving it a fiercer undercurrent alongside its springtime charm. The most famous bearer is the Scottish singer and actress Averil Black, known for her work with the folk group The Corries. While no major places are named directly for Averil, the name's etymological cousin April lends its name to countless gardens and mild-climate towns worldwide. A gentle yet sturdy choice, Averil offers a lilting alternative to the more common Avril, yet shares that name's creative, artistic air thanks to pop culture's Avril Lavigne.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19763 babies
- Latest (1976)
- #5163 babies
- Total births
- 3since 1976
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y