Aubrey
Aubrey is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Elf ruler or supernatural bearer.
Origin and history
Aubrey is derived from the Old French name English-adapted from the Germanic name Alberich. Traditionally used as a masculine name, it shifted predominantly to a popular feminine choice in the United States starting in the late 20th century. Today, it remains a common top-100 name for girls in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
133,515 babies in the United States have been named Aubrey since 1880. It ranks #303 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #86.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.9 %)
- TX (9.4 %)
- OH (5 %)
- FL (4.9 %)
- PA (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 19 |
| 1900-1910 | 74 |
| 1910-1920 | 177 |
| 1920-1930 | 277 |
| 1930-1940 | 174 |
| 1940-1950 | 112 |
| 1950-1960 | 92 |
| 1960-1970 | 115 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,055 |
| 1980-1990 | 6,802 |
| 1990-2000 | 10,906 |
| 2000-2010 | 29,537 |
| 2010-2019 | 65,935 |
| 2020-2029 | 17,235 |
Famous people named Aubrey
- Aubrey Plaza: Actress, Comedian
- Aubrey O'Day: Singer, Reality TV Star
- Aubrey Peeples: Actress, Singer
Nicknames
Bree, Aubs
Fun facts
- Originally a medieval masculine name, Aubrey transitioned to become a top female name in the U.S. during the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
- It traces back to Alberich, a legendary dwarf or elf king in Germanic mythology.