April

Meaning of April

April is derived from the Latin word "aprilis," which means "to open." It is associated with the season of spring, when flowers begin to bloom.

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Popularity of April

April has cooled off, slipping to #542 in 2025, down from a peak of #214 in 2000.

Notable people named April

• April O'Neil
  Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles character
• April Bowlby
  Actress, "Two and a Half Men"
• April Pearson
  English actress
• April Winchell
  American actress and comedian
• April Hunter
  Professional wrestler

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Questions about the name April

What does the name April mean?

April means april is derived from the latin word "aprilis," which means "to open." it is associated with the season of spring, when flowers begin to bloom, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is April a boy's or a girl's name?

April is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name April?

In 2025, April ranked #542 for girls, down from #502 the year before.

When was April most popular?

April peaked at #214 in 2000.