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Aubrey

Gender: Unisex
Origin: English
Meaning: Elf power
Popularity: #101

Aubrey Meaning and Origin

The name Aubrey is a unisex name meaning “elf power” and is of English origin. The name is thought to have originated from the name Alberic, which was commonly used in medieval times. In the Middle Ages, Aubrey was a popular name among the nobility and gentry in England. It was often spelled as “Alberic” or “Albrey”, but over time it evolved into the modern spelling of Aubrey. Today, Aubrey is more commonly used as a girl’s name in the United States and a boy’s name in the United Kingdom. In the US, the name first gained popularity as a girl’s name in the late 19th century and has remained a popular choice ever since. In recent years, it has also become a trendy choice for boys. Some notable people with the name Aubrey include Aubrey Plaza, an American actress and comedian, Aubrey Beardsley, an English illustrator and author, and Aubrey Drake Graham, a Canadian rapper and actor who is known by his stage name Drake.

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