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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Reddish-brown
- Origin
- Old French (ultimately Latin)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- AW-burn
Auburn is a name that comes straight from a color: it means reddish-brown, and it traces back to Old French, ultimately from Latin. It's pronounced AW-burn, and it has a warm, earthy sound that pairs easily with both short and long middle names.
Meaning & Origin of Auburn
Meaning: Reddish-brown.
Origin: Old French (ultimately Latin).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Auburn
AW-burnIPA /ˈɔːbərn/
Popularity of Auburn
Auburn is rare in the U.S. today, ranking #5304 in 2024 with just 24 babies given the name. Its high point was back in 1890, when it ranked #1014 with a count of 5.
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FAQ
What does the name Auburn mean?
Reddish-brown. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Auburn?
Auburn is pronounced AW-burn (IPA: /ˈɔːbərn/).
Is Auburn a popular name right now?
Auburn peaked at #1014 in 1890 and is ranked #5304 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1890–2024.)
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