Choosing a middle name for Ava? Here are over 100 beautiful options!
If you thought choosing a first name was hard… finding the perfect middle name to go with it is even harder.
While looking through various lists of middle names, we noticed that a lot of them are mediocre. Some don’t go well with Ava as first name and some simply sound terrible.
But don’t worry, because in this post we’ve gathered 100+ possible middle names for girls whose first name is Ava and you can choose from them easily.
The Meaning of the Name Ava
While you’re pregnant, it’s important to think about what the perfect name might be for your newborn girl. The name that you choose will make a strong statement and tell the world about the kind of person she is. And if you’re looking for a name with meaning, then Ava is a great choice!
Ava is a Latin baby girl name meaning “life”. It can also mean “bird” or “water” or “island.” Since 2005, Ava has been a popular name in the US. It’s still ranked up there in the top 5 names for girls!
Since it is so popular, choosing a great middle name will help your Ava stand out.
The Most Popular Middle Names
Did you know that there are 13 super common middle names that have been used the most over the last decade? If you’re after a classic middle name that’ll never go out of style these are perfect for you.
Luckily, most of them go beautifully with Ava.
- Ava Louise
- Ava Rose
- Ava Grace
- Ava Jane
- Ava Elizabeth
- Ava Anne/Ann
- Ava May / Mae
- Ava Marie
- Ava Mary
- Ava Amy
- Ava Catherine
- Ava Victoria
- Ava Kate
What do you think about the double A combo of Ava Anne and Ava Amy? Does it work? You’ll have to decide that for yourself!
Short (One Syllable) Middle Names for Ava
Since Ava is such a short name itself, a one syllable middle name can sound a little too short. However, we think these ones sound nice!
- Ava Bekke
- Ava Bea
- Ava Brooke
- Ava Kay
- Ava Lee
- Ava Lyn
- Ava Dawn
- Ava Belle
- Ava Faith
- Ava Fawn
- Ava Fern
Longer Middle Names for Ava
- Ava Adelaide
- Ava Adele
- Ava AIlison
- Ava Beatrice
- Ava Bethany
- Ava Blaire
- Ava Caroline
- Ava Cassandra
- Ava Cassidy
- Ava Cecily
- Ava Charlotte
- Ava Claire
- Ava Claudia
- Ava Constance
- Ava Daniela
- Ava Deborah
- Ava Diana
- Ava Eden
- Ava Eileen
- Ava Elaine
- Ava Eleanor
- Ava Emily
- Ava Felicity
- Ava Fleur
- Ava Flora
- Ava Florence
- Ava Gabriela
- Ava Genesis
- Ava Genevieve
- Ava Georgina
- Ava Giselle
- Ava Gloria
- Ava Greta
- Ava Gweneth
- Ava Gypsy
- Ava Hannah
- Ava Harmony
- Ava Heather
- Ava Helena
- Ava Hilary
- Ava Isabel
- Ava Jacinta
- Ava Jacqueline
- Ava Jade
- Ava Jasmine
- Ava Jemima
- Ava Jillian
- Ava Joanna
- Ava Juliana
- Ava Kimberley
- Ava Kristina
- Ava Lavinia
- Ava Leanne
- Ava Liesl
- Ava Lillian
- Ava Lily
- Ava Loralei
- Ava Loretta
- Ava Lucinda
- Ava Mackenzie
- Ava Madeleine
- Ava Mallory
- Ava Margaret
- Ava Marion
- Ava Marjorie
- Ava Meredith
- Ava Naomi
- Ava Odessa
- Ava Olena
- Ava Olive
- Ava Olivia
- Ava Olympia
- Ava Ondine
- Ava Paige
- Ava Paloma
- Ava Philippa
- Ava Rachael
- Ava Rebecca
- Ava Regina
- Ava Renata
- Ava Rhiannon
- Ava Riley
- Ava Rosalyn
- Ava Rosemary
- Ava Sabrina
- Ava Sophia
- Ava Tiffany
- Ava Trinity
- Ava Unice
- Ava Valentina
- Ava Verity
- Ava Virginia
- Ava Willow
Variations of the Name Ava
If you love the name Ava, but feel like it’s not quite right for your baby, you might like one of these variations:
- Ave
- Eve
- Eva
- Aveline
- Avis
- Eva
- Avelyn
- Evy
Nicknames for Ava
Ava is a sweet name, but it’s very short. Are there any good nicknames for Ava?
There sure is!
Here are some of our favorite nicknames for the name Ava:
- Ay
- A-V
- Avvy
- Avey
- Avacado
Names that Sound Similar to Ava
If you love the name Ava, but need something similar, try these gorgeous names:
Ayla
Avery
Adelyn
Ada
Eve
Aria
Famous People With the Name Ava
Ava Grace Kolker – actress.
Ava Lavinia Gardner – actress and singer.
Ava Alice Muriel Astor – socialite
Ava Marie DuVernay – film director
What if Ava Was The Middle Name?
If you haven’t found your perfect name combo, maybe you should try some of these names with Ava as the middle name?
- Alexandra Ava
- Olivia Ava
- Amelia Ava
- Sophia Ava
- Charlotte Ava
- Isabella Ava
- Gianna Ava
- Evelyn Ava
- Scarlett Ava
- Abigail Ava
Remember, you can always choose to call your daughter by her middle name!
How to Choose the Right Middle Name for Ava
Choosing a middle name can be a difficult decision for any parent. You’ll have to take many factors into account before deciding on the perfect middle name.
Here are some of the most important factors to consider:
1. Does it go well with the first name? A good middle name may already sound like a second last name. Choose a middle name that complements the first name, perhaps with a different sound ending. For example, Ava Marie sounds lovely! But Ava Avery sounds… kinda weird.
2. Does it have any meaning or history that would make it meaningful or unique to your baby? A lot of people choose names that mean something important in their culture, or family heritage;
3. Does it flow well with your other children’s names? It might be a good idea to try different combinations of middle names and see if they sound good together;
4. Does it go nicely with your last name? Consider the way the sounds fit together.
5. Is the spelling of the middle name easy to pronounce? Some names may be difficult to say, even though they’re super cute!
Sibling Names for Ava
Ava is a great name for a baby girl. But what names does it go with as a sibling set?
Of course, we can’t list all the names that go with Ava here, but here are some of our favorites:
Girls: Amanda, Lily, Scarlett, Elly, Mila, Elena, Hannah, Maya, Addison, Violet
Boys: Luca, Jacob, David, Elias, Carter, Sebastian, Leo, Mateo, Liam, Noah
Where to Find Inspiration for Middle Names
There are so many possibilities out there for middle names.
To get some inspiration, try these:
- Look at a baby name list you like and see if any of the names on the list strike your fancy;
- Brainstorm with a partner and see what it is that you both like;
- Read through your family tree and see what names you recognize or that just sound good to you. You may find some names you had never considered before!;
- Peruse a baby names book for inspiration;
- Ask friends what their favorite middle names are. Try different combinations of first and last names on them and see what they think!
What to Consider When Choosing a Middle Name
When deciding on a middle name for your baby girl, it’s important that you take many factors into account.
You’ll have to consider the following:
Is the name something that you can pronounce?
Is it a common name that will age well? Most parents choose a middle name that’s classic but not in popular use as a first name, avoiding trendy baby names.
Does the name sound good when combined with your first and last names?
Does the name go well with other names in your family tree?
How many syllables does the name have? (This can affect how well it will sound when paired with the first name you’ve chosen and the last name.)
What is the origin of the name? It might be a little weird to pair a Spanish first name with a Japanese middle name!
Does it make any unfortunate rhymes or acronyms when paired with the first name you’ve chosen and your surname?