Aubrey vs Daphne

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aubrey

Girl #130 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elf ruler, supernatural power"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#130
Total SSA Count
2,209
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Aubs, Bree

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Aubrey Rank #130
Daphne Rank #191

Aubrey is more popular, ranked #130 vs #191 for Daphne.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aubrey ___

  • Aubrey Grace
  • Aubrey Rose
  • Aubrey Mae
  • Aubrey Claire
  • Aubrey Elise
  • Aubrey Jade

Daphne ___

  • Daphne Rose
  • Daphne Elizabeth
  • Daphne Jane
  • Daphne Louise
  • Daphne Marie
  • Daphne Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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If you choose Daphne

Penelope Phoebe Chloe Theodore Sebastian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aubrey or Daphne more popular?

Aubrey is more popular, ranked #130 compared to Daphne at #191 in the United States.

What do Aubrey and Daphne mean?

Aubrey means "elf ruler, supernatural power" (Germanic origin). Daphne means "laurel tree" (Greek origin).

Are Aubrey and Daphne boy or girl names?

Aubrey is primarily a girl name. Daphne is primarily a girl name.

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