Aubrey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAW-bree / /ˈɔːbri/Old French; English
Meaning
Old French: elf ruler; English: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Aubrey has roots in Old French, derived from the name Aubri, which means 'elf ruler.' It was traditionally a male name but has become more popular as a unisex name in recent years. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages and has seen various fluctuations in popularity over time.
Trend Summary
Aubrey has seen a rise in popularity as a unisex name in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aubree
- Aubri
International Variants
- Alberico (Italian)
- Alberich (German)
Famous people named Aubrey
Aubrey Plaza is an American actress known for her role in the television series 'Parks and Recreation.'.
Aubrey O'Day is an American singer and television personality, recognized as a member of the girl group Danity Kane.
Aubrey de Grey is a biomedical gerontologist known for his work on aging and longevity.
Aubrey Marcus is an entrepreneur and author, known for founding the health and wellness company Onnit.
Fictional characters named Aubrey
Aubrey Beardsley is a character in the novel 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt, known for his artistic talents.
Aubrey is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aubrey was first seen in the United States in 1880. Aubrey has ranked as high as #503 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in Texas, Virginia, Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Aubrey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aubrey (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 16 | |
CA | 9 | |
GA | 7 | |
NC | 7 | |
VA | 7 | |
NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 21 |
1881 | 15 |
1882 | 16 |
1883 | 20 |
1884 | 18 |
1885 | 11 |
1886 | 10 |
1887 | 34 |
1888 | 18 |
1889 | 15 |
1890 | 21 |
1891 | 20 |
1892 | 35 |
1893 | 32 |
1894 | 39 |
1895 | 37 |
1896 | 50 |
1897 | 46 |
1898 | 45 |
1899 | 42 |
1900 | 62 |
1901 | 43 |
1902 | 49 |
1903 | 56 |
1904 | 60 |
1905 | 69 |
1906 | 67 |
1907 | 76 |
1908 | 67 |
1909 | 84 |
1910 | 105 |
1911 | 107 |
1912 | 236 |
1913 | 255 |
1914 | 313 |
1915 | 394 |
1916 | 429 |
1917 | 437 |
1918 | 429 |
1919 | 391 |
1920 | 478 |
1921 | 480 |
1922 | 464 |
1923 | 452 |
1924 | 455 |
1925 | 458 |
1926 | 498 |
1927 | 393 |
1928 | 429 |
1929 | 395 |
1930 | 392 |
1931 | 383 |
1932 | 406 |
1933 | 357 |
1934 | 372 |
1935 | 348 |
1936 | 361 |
1937 | 376 |
1938 | 389 |
1939 | 389 |
1940 | 354 |
1941 | 373 |
1942 | 401 |
1943 | 373 |
1944 | 321 |
1945 | 291 |
1946 | 334 |
1947 | 307 |
1948 | 319 |
1949 | 299 |
1950 | 293 |
1951 | 340 |
1952 | 311 |
1953 | 349 |
1954 | 338 |
1955 | 299 |
1956 | 368 |
1957 | 375 |
1958 | 360 |
1959 | 338 |
1960 | 274 |
1961 | 261 |
1962 | 256 |
1963 | 246 |
1964 | 244 |
1965 | 193 |
1966 | 200 |
1967 | 192 |
1968 | 208 |
1969 | 196 |
1970 | 204 |
1971 | 219 |
1972 | 179 |
1973 | 169 |
1974 | 174 |
1975 | 199 |
1976 | 162 |
1977 | 175 |
1978 | 177 |
1979 | 184 |
1980 | 176 |
1981 | 191 |
1982 | 191 |
1983 | 189 |
1984 | 190 |
1985 | 233 |
1986 | 231 |
1987 | 199 |
1988 | 210 |
1989 | 190 |
1990 | 203 |
1991 | 190 |
1992 | 209 |
1993 | 198 |
1994 | 231 |
1995 | 209 |
1996 | 207 |
1997 | 196 |
1998 | 178 |
1999 | 183 |
2000 | 189 |
2001 | 165 |
2002 | 172 |
2003 | 137 |
2004 | 145 |
2005 | 148 |
2006 | 142 |
2007 | 138 |
2008 | 135 |
2009 | 145 |
2010 | 143 |
2011 | 142 |
2012 | 152 |
2013 | 137 |
2014 | 135 |
2015 | 148 |
2016 | 131 |
2017 | 139 |
2018 | 156 |
2019 | 148 |
2020 | 144 |
2021 | 157 |
2022 | 135 |
2023 | 134 |
2024 | 94 |