Aubreigh

Meaning & origin

Aubreigh is a modern feminine name that first appeared on the U.S. popularity charts in 1995, reflecting the late 20th century trend of respelling established names with the fashionable -eigh ending. It reached its peak rank of 3296 in 2015, then began a gradual decline, with its trajectory showing a steady fall since 2016. As of 2025, it remains a rare choice, given to about 1 in 34,197 newborn girls. The name's rarity means it has never been concentrated in any top state. Its meaning, while tied to the Germanic roots of Aubrey ('elf power'), is indirect due to the creative spelling. For parents seeking a soft-sounding name that stands out while feeling familiar, Aubreigh offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Aubrey, Aubree, or Aubrie.

Aubreigh is a modern respelling of Aubrey, which itself comes from the Old French form of the Germanic name Alberic, composed of the elements alb (elf) and ric (power). The name Aubrey was introduced to England by the Normans and was used for both boys and girls until the 20th century, when it became predominantly feminine in the United States. The spelling Aubreigh first appeared in U.S. records in the mid-1990s, likely influenced by the popular -eigh suffix seen in names like Kayleigh and Ashleigh.