Girl
Celtic / Welsh
3 syllables
Avalon
AV-ah-lon
/ˈæv.ə.lɒn/
"Island of apples" — a mythical Arthurian name shimmering with magic, mystery, and eternal paradise
Avalon is derived from the Celtic abal meaning apple, referring to the mythical Isle of Avalon from Arthurian legend — the enchanted island where King Arthur was taken after his final battle to be healed. In Celtic mythology, the island represented paradise, immortality, and magic. As a given name, Avalon carries an ethereal, mystical quality that appeals to parents drawn to Arthurian lore and nature mythology.
Quick Facts
Letters6
SyllablesAv · a · lon
GenderGirl
OriginCeltic / Welsh
Root WordAbal
MeaningIsland of apples
PopularityUncommon
Peak Year2018
Trend
↑ Rising
Name DayOctober 31
Nicknames
AvaAvieLonnie
About the Name Avalon
Avalon means island of apples from the Celtic abal, referring to the mythical paradise in Arthurian legend.
Avalon comes from Celtic Welsh mythology, where it was the enchanted island where King Arthur was taken after his last battle.
Avalon has been rising in popularity, part of the trend for mythological and nature-inspired names in the United States.
Avalon Rose, Avalon Jade, and Avalon Celeste are ethereal and beautifully matched combinations.
Avalons are often seen as dreamy, creative, and spiritually deep with a sense of enchantment and timeless mystery.
The standard spelling is Avalon. Avalone and Avalynn are occasional variants.
Personality of Avalon
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Avalon
Creativity
92%
Elegance
88%
Independence
80%
Intelligence
82%
Strength
74%
Warmth
76%
Famous People Named Avalon
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Avalon (Arthurian legend)
The mythical island paradise where King Arthur was taken after his final battle
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Avalon (Roxy Music album)
Iconic 1982 album by Roxy Music, widely considered a masterpiece
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Avalon Penrose
Contemporary American actress and model
Middle Names for Avalon
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Avalon
Avalon Rose
Avalon Jade
Avalon Skye
Avalon Celeste
Avalon Dawn
Avalon Moon
Avalon Grace
Avalon Wren
Avalon Blair
Avalon Vivienne
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History of Avalon
500
The Isle of Avalon appears in early Welsh mythology as a magical paradise
1136
Geoffrey of Monmouth's History of the Kings of Britain immortalizes Avalon in Arthurian legend
1982
Roxy Music releases the album Avalon, bringing the word into modern popular culture
2018
Avalon enters the US top 600 as part of the mystical and nature-name trend
Numerology & Symbolism of Avalon
2
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
8
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Pisces
7
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Sea Green
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🌸
Lucky Flower
Apple Blossom
Avalon Around the World
How Avalon is written in different languages and scripts
أفالون
Arabic
アヴァロン
Japanese
Авалон
Russian
아발론
Korean
阿瓦隆
Chinese
Αβαλόν
Greek
अवलॉन
Hindi
אבאלון
Hebrew
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