Abril is a female given name of Spanish and Portuguese origin. Its meaning is "April", the fourth month of the year in both Spanish and Portuguese languages. The name Abril is derived from the Latin word "aprilis", which itself comes from the Etruscan goddess of spring, Apro.
The use of Abril as a given name is believed to have originated in Spain and Portugal during the Middle Ages. It was likely used to celebrate the arrival of spring and the beauty of nature that comes with it. Over time, Abril has become quite popular in both countries, particularly in Brazil where it is one of the top 50 female names.
Abril is also a name that has been carried over to other parts of Latin America and even to some extent in the United States. It is often associated with warmth, vitality, and renewal due to its connection to springtime.
In terms of notable people named Abril, one might think of Brazilian singer and songwriter Ana Carolina, whose birth name is Ana Carolina Castilho de Abreu Abril. However, Abril as a given name remains relatively uncommon outside of Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries.
"In the United States, the name Abril was given to 5 newborns in the year 2002. This makes Abril a rather rare name, as it was only chosen for 0.0003% of all babies born that year. It is important to note that the popularity of names can vary greatly from one year to another, and this data reflects only a single point in time."