Audrey
Audrey is a Christian girl name of Old English origin, meaning “Noble strength”.
| Meaning | Noble strength |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Old English |
| Pronunciation | AW-dree |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, France, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Audrey
Audrey is a medieval shortening of Æthelthryth, from Old English æthel, 'noble', and thryth, 'strength'. Saint Æthelthryth (Etheldreda) was a seventh-century queen who founded the abbey at Ely. Cheap lace sold at her fair in Ely gave English the word 'tawdry', from 'Saint Audrey'. Actress Audrey Hepburn made the name enduringly stylish in the twentieth century.
Is Audrey a Christian name?
Audrey comes from an English saint, Etheldreda of Ely, so it has Christian roots, though it is now used without religious meaning.
How popular is Audrey?
Popular in the US, Canada and France.
Gifts with the name Audrey
- Audrey name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Audrey baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Audrey
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Audrey mean?
Audrey means 'Noble strength'. It is of Old English origin.
Is Audrey a Christian name?
Audrey comes from an English saint, Etheldreda of Ely, so it has Christian roots, though it is now used without religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Audrey?
Audrey is pronounced AW-dree.
Is Audrey a boy or girl name?
Audrey is usually a girl name.