Aubrey
Aubrey is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Elf ruler or supernatural power.
Origin and history
Aubrey is an English name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old French name Alberic. Traditionally used as a masculine name meaning 'elf ruler', it shifted toward predominantly feminine usage in the late 20th century in the United States, though it remains in continuous use for boys.
Popularity in the United States
31,090 babies in the United States have been named Aubrey since 1880. It ranks #672 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1241.
States where it is most popular
- TX (16 %)
- VA (10.7 %)
- AL (8.5 %)
- GA (7.7 %)
- TN (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 178 |
| 1890-1900 | 367 |
| 1900-1910 | 633 |
| 1910-1920 | 3,096 |
| 1920-1930 | 4,502 |
| 1930-1940 | 3,773 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,372 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,370 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,271 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,842 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,000 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,004 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,516 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,432 |
| 2020-2029 | 734 |
Famous people named Aubrey
- Aubrey Beardsley: Illustrator, Artist
- Aubrey Graham: Rapper, Singer
- Aubrey Huff: Baseball Player
Nicknames
Aub, Aubs
Fun facts
- Aubrey was predominantly a male name in England and the U.S. for centuries before gaining modern popularity for girls.
- The name was introduced to Britain by the Normans, evolving from the Old High German name Alberich.