Avalon - name meaning, origin

The girl's name Avalon \a-va-

is pronounced AV-a-lahn. It is of Celtic origin, and its meaning is "island of apples". Celtic mythology: Avalon is an island paradise. In Arthurian legend, it is the island where King Arthur took refuge after his final defeat, and whence he will reappear.

Baby names that sound like Avalon are Avelyn, Evalyn and Ivalyn. Other similar baby names are Adalyn, Adalin and Avalee.

Avalon is an uncommon first name for women and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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