Aurore Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aurore is a French name derived from the Latin 'aurora', meaning 'dawn'. It has evolved from its origins in Latin to become a modern name in French, symbolizing new beginnings and light. The name has historical ties to the Romantic movement and has gained popularity since the 19th century. It carries a positive image associated with beauty and elegance. There are notable figures with this name, including the famous French novelist George Sand.
The name Aurore is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Aurore has been stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Aurore' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1619th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5057th out of 9204 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 27544th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20416th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aurore' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aurore"
Pronunciation
/ɔːˈrɔːr/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Aurore comes from the Latin word 'aurora', meaning 'dawn'. It embodies the symbolism of new beginnings and light.
Meaning
dawn
Language Evolution
Aurora (Latin), Aurore (Old French), Aurore (Modern French)
Historical Usage
Aurore gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in France, associated with the Romantic movement and the appreciation of nature.
Variants & Derivatives
Aurora, Aurorette, Rory
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Aurore is perceived as a poetic and elegant name, often associated with beauty and light.
Famous People
Aurore Dupin (George Sand), French novelist, Aurore Gonçalves, Brazilian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aurore"
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 "Aurore"
"Aurore" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1619th of 9107 | 441 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5057th of 9204 | 53 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 27544th of 35406 | 15 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 20416th of 30306 | 24 |
Regional Popularity of "Aurore" 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Aurore" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
46.85% 646th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Aurore"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aurore" 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.