Aubrey
Aubrey first appears in US records in 1889. It peaked in 2012, when 8,061 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,003.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Aubrey popular?
Declining Aubrey is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2012 peak.
| 2020s | 17,235 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 65,935 | |
| 2000s | 29,537 | |
| 1990s | 10,906 | |
| 1980s | 6,802 | |
| 1970s | 2,055 | |
| 1960s | 115 | |
| 1950s | 92 | |
| 1940s | 112 | |
| 1930s | 174 | |
| 1920s | 277 | |
| 1910s | 177 | |
| 1900s | 74 | |
| 1890s | 19 | |
| 1880s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Aubrey mean?
Aubrey comes from the Germanic Alberic, “elf ruler” or “ruler of supernatural beings.” Once a boy’s name, it is now chiefly given to girls.
Nicknames for Aubrey
- Aub
- Bree
Variants & spellings
- Aubree
- Aubrie
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aubrey mean?
Aubrey means Elf ruler. Aubrey comes from the Germanic Alberic, “elf ruler” or “ruler of supernatural beings.” Once a boy’s name, it is now chiefly given to girls.
What is the origin of the name Aubrey?
Aubrey is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Aubrey?
Aubrey is pronounced “AW-bree.”
Is Aubrey a boy or a girl name?
Aubrey is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Aubrey a popular name right now?
Aubrey is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2012 peak.
How popular is the name Aubrey?
In 2025, Aubrey ranked #146 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Aubrey most popular?
Aubrey was most popular in 2012, when about 8,061 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Aubrey?
Common nicknames for Aubrey include Aub, Bree.
What names are similar to Aubrey?
Names similar to Aubrey include Lily, Scarlett, Hazel, Brooke, Avery.
What names go well with Aubrey?
English names that pair well with Aubrey include Dorothy, Nancy, Edward, Joan, Mason.