Dog Names that Start with Av

Introduction

Names that start with "Av" can either be short and sweet or long and laborious. Whatever you decide to choose for your new pup, there is no doubt that this name will be unique and one that will stick with you forever. This is because many of the titles on this list are very uncommon and can also represent some passions or hobbies that you or your family may have. From aviation to representing the Colorado Avalanche hockey team, there are names here that can be for anyone! So dive in and enjoy searching for your top favorite "Av" name.

Dog Names that Start with 'Av' in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Dog with a Name that Starts with 'Av'

Ava

The name Ava is perfect for an avalanche rescue dog and it is the name of our spotlight dog today. Little Ava is an adorable English cream Retriever who is training to become Arizona's first avalanche rescue dog for the Arizona Snowbowl in Flagstaff. While Ava won't spend all of her time at the ski resort as an avalanche rescue dog, she would have the possibility to show her skills should the need arise. Sporting a bright red velvet rescue vest, the pretty cream Retriever is certainly a sight to behold. In order to learn just how important Ava's job is, let's take a look at everything an avalanche rescue dog is expected to do.

An avalanche rescue dog is a highly trained animal that is vital to the other members of the Search and Rescue teams. Thanks to their impressive senses and intelligence, a rescue dog is able to search through an entire section of avalanche terrain in a staggering 30 minutes. When it comes to life or death situations every minute counts and thanks to four-footed helpers, many lives can be saved! Although it may seem like only certain dogs could possess such an important job, it may come as a surprise to learn that really any dog with an excellent handler can become an avalanche rescue member. The handler must be part of a Search and Rescue team and of course, understand first aid and avalanche awareness. In the case of Ava, she is definitely well equipped with good trainers.

Ava, who turned 1 in December of 2018, is being trained by the ski patrol of Flagstaff along with her handler, Hailey Hagerty, in order to hone her skills. She has to spend about two years in training in order to prepare her for the avalanche rescue certification test, which will then qualify her for joining an official team. When Ava isn't in strict training, she likes to play hide and seek which is not only fun, but also helps her learn to detect human scent. This will be a very important skill when she starts searching avalanches! If you have a cream Retriever that is brave, sweet, and fearless then they may be perfect for carrying the name to represent Ava. This title can be a shortened version of the Hebrew name Chava meaning "life" which would be perfect considering Ava the rescue dog is going to be saving many lives one day.

Dog Name that Starts with 'Av' Considerations

If you are a sports fan of the Colorado hockey team, the Avalanche, or perhaps of snowboarding, then a name beginning with "av" would obviously be perfect for you! Others who might also really enjoy these names may be those of you who enjoy the music of singer, Avril Lavigne, or perhaps the crime fighting escapades of Marvel's Avengers. When it comes to deciding what breed may fit this mold however, there aren't too many specifications to worry about! Whether you have a large or small breed, size will fit well with many of the definitions and name lengths within this list.

For instance, if you have a small dog, the name Avocado would be perfect as they are a small and delicate food that is quite cute. For those larger dogs, titles such as Avatar or of course, Avalanche could be perfect options as both names work to represent something large; such as the blue Avatar people from the movie "Avatar" and the impressive avalanches that can sweep down the side of a mountain in just a matter of moments. If you are someone who likes to match your dog's name with their culture as opposed to their features, there are also plenty of great options for that.

Male Dog Names that Start with 'Av'

Votes	Name	Vote
3	Avery A name derived from Old English words meaning "ruler, power"
1	Avatar Inspired by the last air bender, Aang, and the movie "Avatar"
1	Avocado Perfect for a little dog with a popular personality
0	Avik An Indian name meaning "brave"
0	Avin This Turkish name means "love"
0	Avion French for "airplane"
0	Avenger Inspired by the Marvel Avengers and meaning "someone who seeks revenge"
-1	Avalanche A rush of snow that breaks away from a mountain side
-1	Avian A French name that means "bird-like"
-1	Avon The name of an English settlement that was placed near the stream Avon
-1	Aveer Indian for "brave; one who fights for peace"
-1	Avrian A name of American origin which means "born in April; righteous leader"
-1	Avedis An Armenian name that means "brings good news"
-1	Aviator A name that means "aircraft pilot"
-1	Avdel Hebrew meaning "servant of God"
-1	Aviv A Hebrew name that means "spring; young"
-1	Avu This Hebrew name means "gift of God"
-1	Avabodah A French name that means "wise"
-1	Avadata Hindu for "clear, pure"
-1	Avak This Armenian name means "great"
-1	Avantas This is derived from French word avant-garde, "new and unusual ideas"
-1	Avarloch A unique and unusual English name pronounced "ah-var-lock"
-1	Avarokin Indian for "shining; brilliant"
-2	Avast This is a nautical word that is used to command a stop or desist
-2	Avan A Hindu name that means "ruler of the earth"
-2	Averil This Anglo-Saxon name means "born in April"
-2	Avigdor Hebrew for "father protection"
-2	Avicala Indian name meaning "immovable; steady"
-2	Avraham A variation of the Hebrew name, Abraham, meaning "father of many"
-2	Avenue A kind of street name

Female Dog Names that Start with 'Av'

Votes	Name	Vote
2	Ava Shortened form of the Hebrew name "Chava" which means "life"
1	Avia Hebrew for "God is my father"
0	Avista A varied spelling of Latin name "Arista" which means "harvest"
0	Avalanna A cute "av" twist on the name "Arianna" which is inspired by Arianna Grande
0	Avabelle An English name meaning "beautiful life"
0	Avani Hindu name meaning "Earth"
0	Avlianna A variation of the French name "Anne" and Hebrew name "Hannah"
0	Avy A form of "Abby" which is Hebrew for "father is rejoicing"
0	Avanna Kiswahili for "beautiful flower"
-1	Avangeline Variant spelling for "Evangeline" which means "good news, the gospel"
-1	Avril Inspired by the singer Avril Lavigne
-1	Avalee A German version of the name "Ava" and means "birdlike woman"
-1	Avalyn Old English meaning "beautiful breath of life"
-1	Avgi A Greek name meaning "dawn"
-1	Avrielle An English name meaning "April"
-1	Avonlea A fictional Canadian town in the Anne of Avonlea story, also means "river by a field"
-1	Avis A form of the Germanic name "Aveza" which may mean "desired"
-1	Avleen Indian for "impressively, different, blessed by God"
-1	Avigail Hebrew for "gives joy"
-2	Avacyn A Dutch or Germanic name that means "indestructible"
-2	Averley Female version of the name "Avery"
-2	Aviance An English name inspired by a modern blend of "Ava" and "Ana"
-2	Avrora A twist on the name "Aurora" which means the Roman goddess of dawn
-2	Avua Twist on the Spanish word "aqua" which means "water"
-2	Aveza Germanic with possible meaning of "desired"
-2	Aveson A Latin name meaning "sacred child"
-2	Avabella A name meaning "beautiful gift of life"
-2	Avalielle Hebrew for "God is my strong man"
-2	Avdotya A Russian name that has an Old Greek origin, meaning "to seem well"
-2	Avoca Gaelic for "vale of tears"