"noble strength"
Audree
A noble Anglo-Saxon name made eternally chic by Audrey Hepburn
Meaning & Origin
"of noble character (from aethel)"
Things to Know About This Name
- Unusual spelling of Audrey may require frequent corrections
The Story of Audree
Audree is a modern spelling variant of Audrey, which derives from the Old English name Aethelthryth or Etheldreda, composed of aethel (noble) and thryth (strength). Saint Audrey (Saint Etheldreda) was a 7th-century Anglo-Saxon queen of Northumbria who founded a monastery at Ely. Interestingly, her name gave us the word tawdry, from cheap lace sold at Saint Audrey's Fair.
Audrey experienced a massive revival after the rise of Audrey Hepburn in the 1950s, becoming one of the most beloved actresses and style icons of the 20th century. The name has remained fashionable, and variants like Audree reflect the trend toward unique spellings of classic names.
Audrey Hepburn transformed the name into a byword for elegance and humanitarian grace. The name also carries Old English royalty through Saint Etheldreda, the Abbess of Ely. In French, Audree maintains the same classic charm while fitting into French naming patterns.
Fun Facts
- The word tawdry comes from Saint Audrey, whose silk scarves sold at St Audrey's Fair became associated with cheap goods
- Audrey Hepburn was named after Audra Joy Hepburn and is responsible for the 20th century revival of the name
- Saint Etheldreda, the original Audrey, founded the monastery at Ely which became Ely Cathedral
Audree in Other Languages
Famous People Named Audree
Audrey Hepburn
Actor
1929
Belgian-born British actress, Academy Award winner, and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, the defining Audrey of the 20th cent...
Belgian-born British actress, Academy Award winner, and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, the defining Audrey of the 20th century
Saint Audrey (Etheldreda)
Religious
7th-century Anglo-Saxon queen of Northumbria who became abbess of Ely and a celebrated Christian saint
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,325
- Total SSA Count
- 47
- Cultural Origins
- English American French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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About the Name Audree
Audree is a girl name with English, American, and French origins . The name means "noble strength" in Old English .
Audree is currently ranked #3,325 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Audree has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Audree include Auds, Dree, and Audie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Audree include Audrey, Audra, Audrina, Audriana, Audrianna . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.