Names Starting With A
UnisexFrench#50 in 2025
Aubrey
Aubrey is a unisex name of French origin meaning “elf ruler, supernatural power.” It ranked #50 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
AW-bree
meaning & origin
The name Aubrey means “elf ruler, supernatural power.” It comes from the French language tradition.
A Norman French form of the Germanic name Alberic, composed of elements meaning 'elf' and 'ruler.' In medieval Germanic tradition, Alberich was the king of the dwarves who guarded a great hoard of treasure, connecting the name to myth and magic.
popularity over time
#442020
#442021
#442022
#472023
#502024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #50 |
| 2023 | #47 |
| 2022 | #44 |
| 2021 | #44 |
| 2020 | #44 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Aubrey
- Aubrey Plaza (actress)
- Aubrey Graham known as Drake (rapper)
- Aubrey Beardsley (illustrator)
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