Aubriana first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Aubriana has been for the last 37 years (from 1987 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Aubriana

A feminine name of Old German origin signifying nobility or brightness.

Popularity of Aubriana by gender

Based on the last 37 years of data, Aubriana is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 41 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Aubriana.

Year Male Count Female Count
2023 0 41
2022 0 58
2021 0 64
2020 0 65
2019 0 84
2018 0 117
2017 0 147
2016 0 160
2015 0 221
2014 0 234
2013 0 245
2012 0 257
2011 0 227
2010 0 153
2009 0 168
2008 0 161
2007 0 143
2006 0 105
2005 0 73
2004 0 49
2003 0 48
2002 0 57
2001 0 48
2000 0 60
1999 0 50
1998 0 37
1997 0 38
1996 0 39
1995 0 33
1994 0 30
1993 0 26
1992 0 22
1991 0 18
1990 0 11
1989 0 13
1987 0 6

The history of the first name Aubriana

The name Aubriana has its origins in the French language and can be traced back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Germanic name Albiorn, which means "elf warrior" or "supernatural warrior." The name Albiorn was later Latinized to Albricus, and eventually evolved into the French form Aubry or Aubrey.

In the 12th century, the name Aubrey was first recorded in England, and it quickly gained popularity among the Norman nobility. One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Aubriana is from a 13th century manuscript, where it was used as a feminine variation of Aubrey.

During the Renaissance period, the name Aubriana became associated with beauty and grace. It was often used in literature and poetry to describe fair maidens and noble ladies. Some of the earliest known historical figures with the name Aubriana include Aubriana de Montfort (1192-1241), a French noblewoman who married into the powerful Montfort family.

In the 17th century, the name Aubriana gained further popularity in England and was often given to daughters of the gentry and aristocracy. One notable figure was Aubriana Wyndham (1609-1683), a wealthy heiress and patron of the arts.

Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the name Aubriana continued to be used in various European countries, particularly in France and England. Some notable historical figures include Aubriana de Villeneuve (1738-1807), a French writer and philosopher, and Aubriana Beaumont (1819-1892), an English philanthropist and social reformer.

As the name spread to other parts of the world, it underwent various spelling variations and adaptations. For example, in Italy, the name was sometimes spelled as Aubrianna or Aubrianne. One notable Italian figure was Aubriana Farnese (1567-1615), a noblewoman and patron of the arts.

Throughout history, the name Aubriana has been associated with grace, beauty, and nobility. While its popularity has ebbed and flowed over the centuries, it has remained a beloved and enduring name with a rich cultural heritage.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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