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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Noble strength
- Origin
- English (modern variant of Audrey, from Anglo-Saxon Æðelþryð)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- AW-druh
Audra is an English name, a modern variant of Audrey that traces back to the Anglo-Saxon Æðelþryð, and it means "noble strength." It's pronounced AW-druh, with the stress on the first syllable. If you like the sound of Audrey but want something a little less expected, Audra keeps that same root with a different ending.
Meaning & Origin of Audra
Meaning: Noble strength.
Origin: English (modern variant of Audrey, from Anglo-Saxon Æðelþryð).
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Audra
AW-druhIPA /ˈɔːdrə/
Popularity of Audra
Audra peaked at #246 in 1967, when 1,153 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1939 with 102 babies, so it's still in use but rarely heard.
Names Like Audra
These names have followed a similar path to Audra in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Audra mean?
Noble strength. (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Audra?
Audra is pronounced AW-druh (IPA: /ˈɔːdrə/).
Is Audra a popular name right now?
Audra peaked at #246 in 1967 and is ranked #1939 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1887–2024.)
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