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GirlPronounced American English /ˈæv.ə.ˌlɑn/; British English /ˈæv.ə.ˌlɒn/

Avalon

This name comes from the name of the island paradise to which King Arthur was brought after his death.

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Avalon is a girl name.

Pronunciation: American English /ˈæv.ə.ˌlɑn/; British English /ˈæv.ə.ˌlɒn/.

GenderGirl
PronunciationAmerican English /ˈæv.ə.ˌlɑn/; British English /ˈæv.ə.ˌlɒn/

Meaning and history

This name comes from the name of the island paradise to which King Arthur was brought after his death. The name of this island is perhaps related to Welsh afal meaning "apple", a fruit that was often linked with paradise.

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Usage: english

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