Aubriana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aubriana is a modern name that originates from Latin and Old French roots, deriving from the name Aubrey, which means 'elf ruler.' The name has evolved from historical forms like Aubrey and Alberic. It is characterized by its unique and contemporary image, with no biblical relevance. Aubriana gained popularity in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend towards unique names.
The name Aubriana is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. 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, Aubriana has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aubriana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1870th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1743rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aubriana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aubriana"
Pronunciation
/ɔːˈbriːənə/
Origin
Latin and Old French
Etymology
Aubriana is a modern feminine name derived from the name Aubrey, which comes from the Germanic name Alberic, meaning 'elf ruler.' It combines the elements 'aubi' (elf) and 'ric' (ruler). The name has been influenced by the Latin name 'Aubriana,' a feminine form of Aubry.
Meaning
elf ruler
Language Evolution
Aubrey (Old French), Alberic (Germanic), Aubriana (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Aubriana is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th century as parents sought unique variations of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Aubrey, Aubree, Aubrianna
Modern Popularity & Image
Aubriana is perceived as a contemporary and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Aubriana Smith (fictional character), Aubriana Johnson (fictional character)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aubriana"
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 of "Aubriana"
"Aubriana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6321st of 27321 | 198 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1870th of 35406 | 1,675 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1743rd of 30306 | 1,463 |
Regional Popularity of "Aubriana" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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 of "Aubriana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
60.55% 3825th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.11% 1517th/4582 |
50.74% 2620th/5164 |
27.62% 2020th/7313 |
21.99% 1641st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.83% 1308th/3984 |
46.07% 2067th/4487 |
28.35% 1934th/6822 |
25.53% 1602nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aubriana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aubriana" 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.