Old English from Aetheldreda combining noble with strength; popularized by actress Audrey Hepburn
Nicknames
aud
Vibe
gentle
How it ages.
Audrey nearly disappeared by 1960s but surged dramatically in early 2000s across English-speaking countries and continues climbing.
The cultural moment.
UK and US show sharp upward trajectory 2000-2025; Australia and Canada follow with accelerating adoption as vintage luxury name. Currently ranks #82 in the US.