Holding steady.
Popularity of Aubria since 1990
Babies named Aubria per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 54 |
| 2000s | 42 |
| 2010s | 60 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Aubria is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1990, reflecting the late 20th century trend of creating new names by blending or extending existing ones. Its peak year of usage was 1995, when it was given to a handful of baby girls, but it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name has remained stable in usage since then, with no significant increase or decline. Its origins are uncertain, but it likely draws from the popular name Aubrey, which itself has Germanic roots meaning 'elf ruler.' As a modern invention, Aubria carries no historical or cultural weight, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive and melodic name. Its rarity means it has not been concentrated in any particular U.S. state, and it does not appear in historical records before 1990.
Aubria appears to be a modern coinage, likely formed from the popular name Aubrey combined with the feminine -ia suffix. It first appeared in the United States in 1990 and saw modest use, peaking in 1995. The name has no known historical or linguistic roots prior to the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aubrie, Bria, Aub
Sibling names for Aubria
Names that share Aubria's style, for a brother or sister.
