Ava at a glance
- Meaning
- Life, birdlike
- Origin
- English
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- girl
- Pronunciation
- A-va
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- classic
- Variants & Spellings
- Avah, Avaah, Aveeya, Aviyiya, Avyah, Aviaah
Lucky details for Ava
- Number
- 8
- Color
- Deep Indigo
- Stone
- Blue Sapphire
- Flower
- Iris
- Day
- Saturday
- Planet
- Saturn
- Zodiac
- Capricorn
- Metal
- Iron
Ava is a English name meaning “life, birdlike”. Parents choose Ava for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with determined, disciplined, plays the long game. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Ava reduce to 8, a number linked with Saturn and with people who are resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal.
Numerology
Chaldean value 8 — Determined, disciplined, plays the long game.
Personality
Determined, disciplined, plays the long game
Positive Traits
Resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal
Negative Traits
Sets very high standards and can be hard on themselves
Career Suggestions
Finance, law, construction, administration, public service
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FAQs about the name Ava
What does the name Ava mean?
Ava means “life, birdlike” and comes from a English root.
Is Ava a boy or girl name?
Ava is most often used as a girl name today.
How do you pronounce Ava?
Ava is pronounced A-va (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Ava?
The lucky number for Ava is 8, ruled by Saturn.
What are good nicknames for Ava?
Popular short forms include Avy.
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