Originating from French roots, Audrey is a classic yet timeless given name for females. It translates to 'noble strength', derived from the Germanic elements 'audi' meaning 'noble' and 'ridi' signifying 'power'. Once popular in the Middle Ages, Audrey gained prominence during the 20th century, with notable bearers including Hollywood icon Audrey Hepburn.
The name Audry experienced peaks in popularity between 1920 and 1928, with a high of 25 births in 1921. However, it declined significantly after the late 1930s, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1940 onwards, except for brief spikes in the mid-1940s and early 1950s. The name's overall popularity has diminished over time, with only 6 births recorded in each of the years 1955, 1956, and 1961, and no more than 5 births per year from 1963 to 1993. In total, there were 496 Audry births during these years.