Girls name · South Carolina
Ava in South Carolina
In 2025, 148 babies born in South Carolina were named Ava, making it the #7 most popular girls name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1951, add up to 4,755.
Popularity over time
Ava in South Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1951 | 6 | #440 |
| 1958 | 8 | #397 |
| 1964 | 5 | #529 |
| 1974 | 6 | #427 |
| 2005 | 98 | #33 |
| 2012 | 221 | #4 |
| 2018 | 261 | #1 |
| 2025 | 148 | #7 |
No year in South Carolina had more Ava births than 2017, when 292 were born. Ava's highest rank in South Carolina was #1, set in 2015.
Rank swung between #1 (2015) and #529 (1964) in South Carolina, from #440 in 1951 to #7 in 2025.
Nationally, Ava's strongest state was Pennsylvania, where it hit #1 in 2006. See Ava in every state →
How popular is Ava in South Carolina?
In 2025, 148 babies born in South Carolina were named Ava, making it the #7 most popular girls name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1951, add up to 4,755.
How many babies are named Ava in South Carolina?
South Carolina recorded 148 births of babies named Ava in 2025.
What is the rank of Ava in South Carolina?
Ava ranked #7 among girls names in South Carolina in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.