gender neutral
Aubrey
noble ruler, elf ruler
About Aubrey
Aubrey has evolved into a wonderfully versatile choice, carrying both strength and gentleness in its melodic structure. The name possesses a sophisticated European flair while remaining accessible and friendly. Aubrey strikes an excellent balance—it's familiar enough to avoid constant spelling corrections yet distinctive enough to feel special. The three-syllable rhythm flows beautifully, and the name adapts well to various personality types. Whether your son becomes an athlete, artist, scientist, or entrepreneur, Aubrey fits comfortably in any context. The name has literary connections and appears throughout history in various forms, giving it depth beyond mere sound. Parents who select Aubrey often value names that don't pigeonhole their children into particular stereotypes, allowing individual personality to shine through without the name overshadowing or limiting perception.
Popularity of the Name Aubrey
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names in the United States, by year.
| 1880 | #374 |
| 1881 | #443 |
| 1882 | #456 |
| 1883 | #383 |
| 1884 | #434 |
| 1885 | #580 |
| 1886 | #610 |
| 1887 | #276 |
| 1888 | #445 |
| 1889 | #482 |
| 1890 | #392 |
| 1891 | #387 |
| 1892 | #312 |
| 1893 | #308 |
| 1894 | #283 |
| 1895 | #295 |
| 1896 | #255 |
| 1897 | #259 |
| 1898 | #266 |
| 1899 | #257 |
| 1900 | #259 |
| 1901 | #264 |
| 1902 | #267 |
| 1903 | #250 |
| 1904 | #242 |
| 1905 | #236 |
| 1906 | #237 |
| 1907 | #233 |
| 1908 | #257 |
| 1909 | #239 |
| 1910 | #228 |
| 1911 | #248 |
| 1912 | #224 |
| 1913 | #234 |
| 1914 | #241 |
| 1915 | #244 |
| 1916 | #245 |
| 1917 | #240 |
| 1918 | #260 |
| 1919 | #268 |
| 1920 | #252 |
| 1921 | #258 |
| 1922 | #262 |
| 1923 | #264 |
| 1924 | #267 |
| 1925 | #265 |
| 1926 | #249 |
| 1927 | #283 |
| 1928 | #274 |
| 1929 | #280 |
| 1930 | #287 |
| 1931 | #282 |
| 1932 | #271 |
| 1933 | #279 |
| 1934 | #280 |
| 1935 | #292 |
| 1936 | #282 |
| 1937 | #279 |
| 1938 | #281 |
| 1939 | #282 |
| 1940 | #296 |
| 1941 | #299 |
| 1942 | #305 |
| 1943 | #316 |
| 1944 | #335 |
| 1945 | #350 |
| 1946 | #355 |
| 1947 | #391 |
| 1948 | #382 |
| 1949 | #389 |
| 1950 | #393 |
| 1951 | #369 |
| 1952 | #389 |
| 1953 | #368 |
| 1954 | #389 |
| 1955 | #420 |
| 1956 | #392 |
| 1957 | #402 |
| 1958 | #412 |
| 1959 | #435 |
| 1960 | #477 |
| 1961 | #487 |
| 1962 | #496 |
| 1963 | #511 |
| 1964 | #503 |
| 1965 | #551 |
| 1966 | #539 |
| 1967 | #537 |
| 1968 | #529 |
| 1969 | #557 |
| 1970 | #568 |
| 1971 | #543 |
| 1972 | #596 |
| 1973 | #611 |
| 1974 | #608 |
| 1975 | #572 |
| 1976 | #648 |
| 1977 | #643 |
| 1978 | #626 |
| 1979 | #633 |
| 1980 | #655 |
| 1981 | #616 |
| 1982 | #627 |
| 1983 | #619 |
| 1984 | #620 |
| 1985 | #574 |
| 1986 | #586 |
| 1987 | #647 |
| 1988 | #654 |
| 1989 | #712 |
| 1990 | #710 |
| 1991 | #735 |
| 1992 | #707 |
| 1993 | #739 |
| 1994 | #682 |
| 1995 | #741 |
| 1996 | #738 |
| 1997 | #756 |
| 1998 | #828 |
| 1999 | #827 |
| 2000 | #843 |
| 2001 | #940 |
| 2002 | #930 |
Variations of Name Aubrey
- Aubree
- Aubry
- Aubre
- Aubery
- Alberich
Names Similar to Aubrey
Nicknames for Aubrey
- Aub
- Brey
- Aubs
- Bree
- Bre
Famous People Named Aubrey
| Aubrey Plaza | American actress and comedian |
| Aubrey Graham | Drake - Canadian rapper and musician |
| Aubrey Beardsley | English illustrator and author |
| Aubrey Dollar | American actress |
| Aubrey Edwards | Professional wrestling referee |
| Aubrey Manning | British zoologist and television presenter |
| Aubrey Huff | American former professional baseball player |
| Aubrey Neal | American former NFL football player |
| Aubrey Solomon | American football player |
| Aubrey Wilson | British racing driver |
| Aubrey Immelman | American political psychologist |
| Aubrey Pankey | American former NFL football player |
| Aubrey Powell | English graphic designer and co-founder of Hipgnosis |
| Aubrey McClendon | American businessman and co-founder of Chesapeake Energy |
| Aubrey Wisberg | American screenwriter and film producer |
| Aubrey Singer | British journalist and broadcaster |
| Aubrey Lewis | British psychiatrist and criminologist |
| Aubrey Faulkner | South African cricketer |
Characters Named Aubrey
| Aubrey Posen | Character in the movie "Pitch Perfect" |
| Aubrey Graham | Character in the TV series "Degrassi - The Next Generation" - portrayed by Drake |
| Aubrey Cain | Character in the novel "White Oleander" by Janet Fitch |
| Aubrey "Draub" Craig | Character in the book "Aubrey's Song" by Jean Thesman |
| Aubrey James | Character in the TV series "The Royals" |
| Aubrey Montague | Character in the movie "Chariots of Fire" |
| Aubrey Davis | Character in the movie "The Grudge 2" |
| Aubrey St. Clair | Character in the book "The Silver Linings Playbook" by Matthew Quick |
| Aubrey Grey | Character in the TV series "Reign" |
| Aubrey Stewart | Character in the movie "The Lucky One" |
| Aubrey Hamilton | Character in the TV series "Eastwick" |
| Aubrey Hepburn | Character in the movie "Breakfast at Tiffany's" - portrayed by Mickey Rooney |
| Aubrey Baratheon | Character in the TV series "Game of Thrones" |
| Aubrey Bouvier | Character in the movie "The Skeleton Twins" |
| Aubrey Wadman | Character in the book "The Hidden Hand" by E.D.E.N. Southworth |
| Aubrey Catesby | Character in the movie "A Night at the Opera" |
| Aubrey Hawkins | Character in the TV series "Prison Break" |