April
Fourth month of the year, possibly from Latin aperire meaning 'to open' (English/Latin)
April is a english / other girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 211, with 36,897 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
Fourth month of the year, possibly from Latin aperire meaning 'to open' (English/Latin)
April entered Philippine naming traditions during the American period along with other English calendar and virtue names. It gained widespread popularity throughout the late 20th century, often chosen for girls born in the month of April. It is a familiar, standard name across all Philippine regions.
Derived from the English name of the fourth month, which stems from the Latin 'Aprilis', traditionally associated with the Latin verb 'aperire' meaning 'to open' (referring to the opening of buds and flowers in spring).
Name character
In the Philippines
Very commonly given to children born during the fourth month of the year. Widely used as a standalone name or in compounds such as April Joy, April Rose, April Mae, or April Grace. Common nicknames include Pril, Ape, and Apple.
Related forms
- Abril Spanish
- Avril French
- Aprile Italian
- Abril Portuguese
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April with common surname pairs
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Is April a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, April is number 211, with 36,897 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.