My friends daughter just named her DAUGHTER Aubrey. I asked her why she named a girl a boys name and she said it was because she liked it. To me it sounds like a name for an English Butler (and definately a BOY'S name,) what is your opinion? (I feel sorry for the kid, I know she'll be teased in school and probably end up with severe emotional problems.)
2007-10-21 13:33:07 · 44 answers · asked by serialmom12 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Baby Names
I feel the same way. Very masculine, and even the meaning isn't feminine. What's "pretty" about "elf power?" LOL All boy to me.
Also, if it's simply the sound that appeals, classic, feminine Audrey seems an obvious choice! ;) And since it usually does seem to be younger or less educated parents latching onto this name for their daughters (based on those I know of that have used it), it seems it has fast become the "poor man's Audrey," which is unfortunate as far as stereotyping is concerned (when she reaches college or begins seeking employment and is judged by her name before even scoring an interview). Shame.
For what it's worth, my mother had never heard the name before (on either gender) and immediately suggested we consider it for this baby after meeting a little "Abreeh" or something along those lines (still said Aubrey LOL). I informed her that it was masculine, not "pretty," and that I wouldn't be naming my daughter anything related to an elf. Very manly, in my opinion. ;)
Edited to add: Despite the "lower-class" stereotyping, I don't think she will be teased for the name, for what it's worth (didn't notice that line the first time LOL). It is unfortunately a very common masculine crossover, so it's likely her peers will think nothing of the male/female aspects of the name.
However, contrary to many responses pointing out that they "know a girl named Aubrey, so it IS a feminine name" ... well that's just flawed logic. LOL Just because a name is used for a girl -- or even becomes a popular choice for girls -- does not make it inherently feminine or even traditionally unisex. I've heard Jamison (SON of James), various Mc- surnames (all meaning "son of"), Kyle, Ryan and even Jeffrey-John used for girls. That doesn't make them female choices. It just means those parents preferred masculine names for their daughters. You cannot determine the gender etymology of a name based on knowing one person -- or even a few people -- with it. LOL That's just blind ignorance.
2007-10-21 13:45:46 · answer #1 · answered by Irish Mommy 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I don't think this child will have any problems at all. Aubrey is also used as a girls name. As a matter of fact, I think it's a pretty name for a girl and a handsome name for a boy.
Really don't you think that a name might not be a reason for severe emotional problems? Lack of love, bad parenting, critical people and such can cause problems.
In the US Aubrey is usually used as a girls name.
Homework for you. Look up the name and see the variations. meaning and origin of this name.
2007-10-21 13:39:59 · answer #2 · answered by Laurie 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Yeah, some parents just name their kids whatever they like. How sad is that. it's like they only care for themselves. But then again, kids can't really talk and say what name they want. It's the parent that should be really into picking out name and picking the right one where no one will be able to make fun of them or names that fit the children. Parents nowadays....
Ohh, and i also agree with most of the people's answer. AUBREY is a girl's name too! =)
2007-10-21 13:36:36 · answer #3 · answered by craz34jason 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think Aubrey is definately a girls' name. And a very cute one at that. My daughter's name is Audrey, which is kind of the same. But I love Aubrey. And I think a boy named Aubrey would get teased. I know a lot of girls named Audrey, but not a single boy! So I respect your friend's daughter, because she gave her daughter a bold, and very cute name.
2007-10-21 13:53:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anna-Marie 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
The only Aubreys I have know were girls. I think you're overreacting on this one, particularly your last comment -- "I feel sorry for the kid, I know she'll be teased in school and probably end up with severe emotional problems." -- that couldn't be further from the truth!
2007-10-21 14:33:32 · answer #5 · answered by ds37x 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I know a girl named Aubrey and I dont see anything wrong with that name. Its a girls name, DEFINATELY NOT a boys name. My friend was never teased in school either. Thats just crazy.
2007-10-21 13:38:06 · answer #6 · answered by lisa 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Aubrey, while indeed traditionally a boy's name, is a name that sounds like it could suit a girl equally as well. While I don't care for it myself, it seems fine. And I think adults habitually overstate the problem of children teasing other children based on their names. In my experience, once the novelty of an unusual name wears off, the kid and their name become just another kid and the name becomes just another name.
Besides, it's really none of your business.
2007-10-21 13:37:39 · answer #7 · answered by Wondering 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
every Aubrey I know is a girl! I live in the US though so maybe its different where you are? I know one who is about 23 yrs old and its a girl and i know 3 girls under the age of 2 named Aubrey. I know no males named Aubrey.
2007-10-21 13:45:09 · answer #8 · answered by skyla_loves_J.Beck 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Aubrey is a beautiful GIRLS name.I have known several women with the name Aubrey also spelled Aubree.
Aubree Michelle
Aubrey Elizabeth.STOP being a Bully to the poor baby.Are you going to be the first in that child's life to say it has a boys name?
2007-10-21 13:40:15 · answer #9 · answered by rubyjuly 3 · 3⤊ 2⤋
I'd worry more about a boy named Aubrey. The name sounds feminine. Plus who wants their son to grow up to be a butler.
2007-10-21 13:46:17 · answer #10 · answered by blondeboch 2 · 1⤊ 3⤋