Audrey

Commonly explained as ‘noble strength’ in older English etymologies.

Audrey is a classic feminine given name in English usage, familiar across multiple generations. It reads as established rather than trendy, and it has been reinforced in modern times by well-known bearers in film and literature, which helps keep it recognizable without changing its core feel. Etymologically, Audrey is commonly described as a medieval English form of an Old English name, with older analyses breaking it into elements often interpreted as “noble” and “strength.” As with many early medieval names, spellings and forms moved over time, so you will sometimes see explanations framed as “traditional interpretation” rather than a single universally agreed reconstruction. Pronunciation in English is usually AW-dree, two syllables with a clear first vowel. A practical tip is that it’s easy to shorten informally (for example, Audie), and it tends to travel well across languages even when the vowel quality shifts a little.

Etymology: Audrey is the medieval English form of an Old English name often analyzed as elements meaning ‘noble’ and ‘strength’.