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| Language(s) | English |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Language(s) | Anglo Norman, Old English, Norman French, French |
Avery is an English name ultimately derived from the Old English name Ælfred (Old English form of Alfred),[1] which literally translates to 'elf-counsel'[2]
The surname Avery may also be a derivation of the French place name Évreux.[citation needed]
- ^ Redmonds, George (2004-04-13). Christian Names in Local and Family History. Dundurn. ISBN 978-1-55488-132-1.
- ^ Hanks, Patrick (1991). A Dictionary of First Names. Oxford University Press. ISBN 978-0-19-861060-1..