Aubrey vs Kimberly

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Aubrey Rank #130
Kimberly Rank #247

Aubrey is more popular, ranked #130 vs #247 for Kimberly.

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

Kimberly ___

  • Kimberly Ann
  • Kimberly Marie
  • Kimberly Grace
  • Kimberly Nicole
  • Kimberly Lee
  • Kimberly Renee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aubrey

Avery Hadley Finley Quinn Emerson

If you choose Kimberly

Beverly Brittany Whitney Jennifer Tyler

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aubrey or Kimberly more popular?

Aubrey is more popular, ranked #130 compared to Kimberly at #247 in the United States.

What do Aubrey and Kimberly mean?

Aubrey means "elf ruler, supernatural power" (Germanic origin). Kimberly means "royal fortress meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Aubrey and Kimberly boy or girl names?

Aubrey is primarily a girl name. Kimberly is primarily a girl name.

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