Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Audry originates from the Old English name Æðelþryð, meaning 'noble strength.' Its historical forms evolved through various stages of English language, maintaining its noble connotation. Although it has no biblical relevance, the name has a rich historical background thanks to St. Audrey. Today, it is viewed as a sophisticated choice, with notable figures like Audry Hepburn contributing to its modern image.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɔːdri/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Audry is derived from the Old English name Æðelþryð, which means 'noble strength.' It was originally a compound of the elements 'æþel' meaning 'noble' and 'þryð' meaning 'strength' or 'power.'
Meaning
noble strength
Language Evolution
Æðelþryð (Old English), Aldreda (Old English variant), Audrey (Middle English), Audry (Modern English variant)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 7th century, especially due to St. Audrey, a nun and abbess. It saw a resurgence in popularity during the Victorian era.
Variants & Derivatives
Audrey, Audree, Audrie, Audy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Audry is perceived as a vintage and elegant name, often associated with creativity and grace.
Famous People
Audry Hepburn, actress and humanitarian, Audry M. C. Williams, American politician
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 105 peak births in 1928
Geographic Spread
Popular across 17 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2181st of 7545 | 221 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2363rd of 6773 | 186 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3750th of 7552 | 84 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1040th of 9107 | 884 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1034th of 9204 | 926 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2120th of 12526 | 513 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2875th of 19264 | 402 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3586th of 27321 | 439 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3640th of 35406 | 639 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7241st of 30306 | 191 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
78.78% 1864th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
72.67% 1710th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
86.51% 1225th/1416 |
- |
36.01% 852nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
37.40% 880th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
62.60% 1786th/2853 |
88.07% 2444th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
66.86% 2352nd/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
48.79% 2534th/5194 |
71.54% 4519th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
44.69% 3268th/7313 |
40.20% 3000th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Louisiana across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2181st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2363rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3750th out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1040th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1034th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2120th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2875th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3586th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3640th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7241st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.