Aubrey: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A Norman French name meaning elf ruler, blending magical folklore with sophisticated charm.
Aubrey as a Girl Name
- Origin
- French
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #47
- Peak
- #20 in 2014
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Aubrey Means
Aubrey is a girl name of French origin. A Norman French name meaning elf ruler, blending magical folklore with sophisticated charm.
How Popular Aubrey Is
Aubrey currently ranks #47 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #20 in 2014. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Aubrey
- Drake's real first name is Aubrey, though the name is now firmly in the girls' camp.
- Aubrey Plaza brought quirky cool to the name via Parks and Recreation.
- The Aubrey-Maturin novels use it as a distinguished surname.
Aubrey as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- French/Germanic
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #62
- Peak
- #20 in 2014
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Aubrey Means
Aubrey is a unisex name of French/Germanic origin. A name meaning elf ruler with roots in medieval France, Aubrey has an enchanting, fairytale quality that never feels overdone.
How Popular Aubrey Is
Aubrey currently ranks #62 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #20 in 2014. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Aubrey
- Aubrey was traditionally a boys' name before crossing over to the girls' top 20.
- Rapper Drake's real first name is Aubrey, keeping it in the male consciousness too.
- The name is related to Alberic, a powerful dwarf king in Germanic mythology.
Names Like Aubrey
Other French names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Aubrey
French names that pair well as a brother or sister to Aubrey.
Questions About Aubrey
What does Aubrey mean?
Aubrey is a girl name of French origin. A Norman French name meaning elf ruler, blending magical folklore with sophisticated charm.
How popular is Aubrey?
Aubrey currently ranks #47 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #20 in 2014. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Aubrey come from?
Aubrey comes from French roots. Drake's real first name is Aubrey, though the name is now firmly in the girls' camp.
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