Declining since 2012.
Popularity of Aubre since 1973
Babies named Aubre per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 43 |
| 1980s | 106 |
| 1990s | 123 |
| 2000s | 211 |
| 2010s | 277 |
| 2020s | 38 |
Meaning & origin
Aubre, a streamlined spelling of Aubrey, first appeared in U.S. records in 1973 and reached its peak year of popularity in 2013. However, its trajectory has been steadily falling since 2012, reflecting a broader shift away from trendy A-starting names. As a variant of Aubrey, which itself derives from Old French and Germanic roots meaning 'elf ruler', Aubre shares a lineage that bridges medieval European naming traditions and modern American inventiveness. Despite not ranking in recent years and lacking a notable one-in-N occurrence, Aubre remains a recognizable and straightforward option.
Aubre is a diminutive or spelling variant of Aubrey, which originates from the Old French name Alberi, itself from the Germanic Alberich, composed of elements meaning 'elf' (alb) and 'power' (ric). Historically used as a masculine name, Aubrey shifted to predominantly female usage in the 20th century. Aubre emerged as a streamlined, modern spelling in the late 20th century, aligning with the trend of simplified forms.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aub, Bree, Aubs
Sibling names for Aubre
Names that share Aubre's style, for a brother or sister.
