Female Name
Avila
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
civil rights
colleges or universities
desire
place names
saints
towns
uncertain etymology
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
79/100
classic80%
formal65%
upper class140%
natural65%
wholesome65%
refined120%
strange140%
serious120%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Ávila is derived from the Old German element 'awi', of unknown meaning. It is also associated with the 16th-century mystic Saint Teresa of Ávila, who was born in the town of Ávila in Spain. The name is often given in her honor, reflecting the town's historical and cultural significance.
Etymology
Original Form:
awi
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Old German element 'awi' to the modern form 'Ávila', influenced by the town's name in Spain.
Source:
Old German