Aubrey
Aubrey is of French and Germanic origin, derived from the name Alberic meaning 'elf ruler' or 'ruler of the elves.' Originally a male name, it has become predominantly feminine in modern English-speaking countries, appreciated for its soft yet sophisticated sound.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,874. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 7,188
- 2012: 8,061
- 2013: 7,985
- 2014: 7,635
- 2015: 7,403
- 2016: 6,552
- 2017: 5,937
- 2018: 5,209
- 2019: 4,598
- 2020: 3,921
- 2021: 3,517
- 2022: 2,999
- 2023: 2,578
- 2024: 2,217
- 2025: 2,003
- 2026 (projected): 1,874
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Historically a male name, now primarily used for girls
- •Nickname 'Bree' provides a shorter, casual option
- •Works well across different ages from childhood to adulthood
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Aubrey Plaza
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Aubrey Anderson-Emmons
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Aubrey Marunde
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Statistics
133,515
Total births since 1880
2012
Peak year
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