Ava
Meaning: Life; bird-like; voice
Origin: Possibly from Latin avis (bird) or a short form of Germanic names beginning with Av-
Gender: Girl
Rank in Ireland: #43
Total births: 9,209
History: The GAA parish of every county in Ireland has produced its share of children named Ava, a testament to how deeply the name is woven into sporting culture. From underage blitzes on muddy pitches to electric All-Ireland semi-finals in Croke Park, this name has echoed through decades of Gaelic games. It represents the volunteer spirit and fierce local pride that make the GAA the heartbeat of Ireland.
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| Current rank (2025) | #26 |
| Babies named Ava in 2025 | 143 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 9,209 |
| Peak year | 2008 (695 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1 |
| Years in records | 1978–2025 (45 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 21 spots |
Frequently asked about Ava
What does the name Ava mean?
Ava means “Life; bird-like; voice” from Possibly from Latin avis (bird) or a short form of Germanic names beginning with Av- roots.
What is the origin of the name Ava?
Ava has Possibly from Latin avis (bird) or a short form of Germanic names beginning with Av- origin. The traditional meaning is “Life; bird-like; voice”.
How popular is Ava in Ireland?
Ava ranked #26 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 143 babies that year.
When was Ava most popular?
Ava peaked in 2008 with 695 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Ava a boy or girl name?
Ava is predominantly a girls' name in Ireland — over 90% of Avas in registered births are female.
Is the name Ava rising or falling in popularity?
Ava has fallen 21 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #5 in 2020 to #26 in 2025.
How long has Ava been recorded in Ireland?
Ava appears in birth records in Ireland across 45 years — from 1978 through 2025.