"elf ruler"
Origin: Germanic
Language: English
Aubree
Girl Name
#408 Most Popular
Rising
2 Syllables
A woodland fairy's name reimagined for modern nurseries
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Meaning & Origin
"ruler of supernatural beings"
Origin: Old High German
Language: German
The Story of Aubree
Aubree is a spelling variant of Aubrey, which derives from the Old Germanic name Alberich — composed of 'alb' (elf) and 'ric' (ruler, power), meaning 'elf ruler'. This name was brought to England by the Normans after 1066. In Germanic mythology, Alberich was a dwarf king in the Nibelungenlied who possessed a treasure of gold and a cloak of invisibility.
Aubree (with the -ee ending) is particularly popular in the American South and Midwest and has been rising through the 2010s as a feminized variant of Aubrey. While Aubrey is used for both sexes, Aubree is essentially exclusively feminine.
The name Alberich/Alberic appears throughout Germanic epic literature. Richard Wagner's Ring Cycle features Alberich as the dwarf king who forges the Ring of power. Drake (Aubrey Drake Graham) made Aubrey famous as his real first name.
Fun Facts
- Alberich, the source of this name, appears in Wagner's Ring Cycle operas as the all-powerful dwarf king
- Aubrey Drake Graham chose the stage name Drake — his given first name is Aubrey
- The Aubree spelling entered the US top 1000 names in the 2000s and has climbed steadily since
Aubree in Other Languages
French
Aubrey
German
Alberich
Italian
Alberico
Spanish
Aubrey
Japanese
オーブリー
Famous People Named Aubree
D
Drake (Aubrey Graham)
Musician
1986
Canadian rapper whose real first name is Aubrey; one of the best-selling music artists of all time
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Aubrey Plaza
Actor
1984
American actress and comedian known for Parks and Recreation and The White Lotus
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #408
- Total SSA Count
- 773
- Cultural Origins
- English French American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Bree
Aubs
Pairs Well With
Aubree Grace
Aubree Rose
Aubree Faith
Aubree Nicole
Aubree Lynn
Aubree Mae
Aubree Claire
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Aubree is also used as a boy name, ranked #14637.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aubree
What does the name Aubree mean?
"elf ruler" (from Germanic). "ruler of supernatural beings" (from Old High German). Aubree is a spelling variant of Aubrey, which derives from the Old Germanic name Alberich — composed of 'alb' (elf) and 'ric' (ruler, power), meaning 'elf ruler'. This name was brought to England by the Normans after 1066. In Germanic mythology, Alberich was a dwarf king in the Nibelungenlied who possessed a treasure of gold and a cloak of invisibility.
What is the origin of the name Aubree?
Aubree has Germanic, Old High German, English, French, and American origins. In Germanic, it means "elf ruler". In Old High German, it means "ruler of supernatural beings".
Is Aubree a boy or girl name?
Aubree is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #408. As a boy name, it is ranked #14637. Aubree is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Aubree?
Aubree is currently ranked #408 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Aubree?
Common nicknames for Aubree include Bree and Aubs.
What are good middle names for Aubree?
Popular middle name pairings include Aubree Grace, Aubree Rose, Aubree Faith, Aubree Nicole, Aubree Lynn, Aubree Mae, and Aubree Claire.
What are good sibling names for Aubree?
Names that pair well with Aubree as siblings include Avery, Emery, Haley, Mason, Brayden, and Zoey.
How many syllables does Aubree have?
Aubree has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Aubree a common or rare name?
Aubree is a popular name, ranked #408 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Aubree
Aubree is a girl name with English, French, and American origins . The name means "elf ruler" in Germanic .
Is Aubree a boy or girl name? Aubree is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #408 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #14,637. Aubree is more commonly used as a girl name.
Aubree is currently ranked #408 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Aubree has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Aubree include Bree and Aubs. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Aubree include Aubrey, Aubrie, Aubriella, Aubrielle, Aubri . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.