Avo
A compound name derived from Maria, meaning 'wished-for child' or 'beloved', and Paula, meaning 'small' or 'humble'. This name reflects a personality that is both deeply compassionate and gracefully modest, combining a strong sense of purpose with a gentle and approachable spirit.
Key Stats
| Total births | 184 |
| Gender | Female (2% / 98%) |
| Peak year | 1924 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1913 |
| Most recent | 2004 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
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Maria Paula Fidalgo (Brazilian actress and comedian) · Maria Paula Romo (Ecuadorian politician and former Minister of Government) · Maria Paula Silva (Brazilian basketball player and Olympic medalist) · Maria Paula (Spanish television presenter and media personality) · Maria Paula (Portuguese author and children's illustrator)
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