The baby name Audra is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈɔːdrə/,/ˈɑːdrə/,AW-druh.
Audra is English, Lithuanian in Origin.
The baby name Audra is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈɔːdrə/,/ˈɑːdrə/,AW-druh.
Audra is English, Lithuanian in Origin.
Audra blends two distinct traditions. In English it functions as a streamlined variant of Audrey, ultimately from Old English Æthelthryth (æthel ‘noble’ + þryð ‘strength, power’), thus carrying the meaning “noble strength.” In Lithuania, however, Audra is an independent feminine given name taken straight from the common word for “storm,” lending a vivid, elemental character and a nature-inspired image.
As a given name in the United States and United Kingdom, Audra has seen steady but modest use since the early 20th century, with recognition boosted by performers such as Audra Lindley and six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald. Related forms and spellings include Audrey, Audree, Audrie, and Audrea in English; Lithuanian cognates and elaborations include Audronė and the masculine Audrius, with Audrina a modern English elaboration. The name’s dual heritage suits both elegant and windswept styles.
| Audra McDonald Audra McDonald is a highly acclaimed American actress and singer, best known for her work on Broadway. She has won multiple Tony Awards for performances in productions like 'Ragtime' and 'Porgy and Bess'. In addition to her stage work, she has appeared in television series such as 'Private Practice'. | Audra Lindley Audra Lindley was an American actress best known for her role as Helen Roper on the television sitcom 'Three's Company' and its spin-off 'The Ropers'. Her portrayal of the quirky and humorous landlord's wife made her a household name in the late 1970s. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ID | 0 | #39 | 1 | 2,238 | |
| LT | 0 | #74 | 14 | 949 | |
| LT | Girls | 0 | #91 | 156 | 1,904 |
| ID | Girls | 0 | #102 | 1 | 3,319 |
| OM | 0 | #120 | 2 | 6,215 | |
| CY | Girls | 0 | #125 | 1 | 3,755 |
| MT | Girls | 0 | #153 | 1 | 3,773 |
| CR | 0 | #161 | 5 | 5,526 | |
| UY | 0 | #182 | 1 | 2,477 | |
| HU | Girls | 0 | #225 | 1 | 3,308 |
| EC | Girls | 0 | #258 | 1 | 3,650 |
| JM | Girls | 0 | #275 | 4 | 7,507 |
| SG | 0 | #278 | 5 | 11,010 | |
| Canada | Girls | 2024 | #281 | 5 | 2,795 |
| TW | Girls | 0 | #289 | 1 | 8,139 |
| DK | Girls | 0 | #326 | 4 | 7,429 |
| JO | Girls | 0 | #339 | 1 | 7,570 |
| QA | Girls | 0 | #343 | 1 | 15,378 |
| MY | 0 | #349 | 6 | 12,352 | |
| BD | Girls | 0 | #406 | 1 | 8,413 |
| PT | Girls | 0 | #471 | 1 | 7,952 |
| ZA | 0 | #473 | 2 | 14,421 | |
| PA | Girls | 0 | #517 | 2 | 9,861 |
| CR | Girls | 0 | #522 | 11 | 11,342 |
| RU | Girls | 0 | #522 | 2 | 11,913 |
| GT | Girls | 0 | #540 | 2 | 7,500 |
| PS | Girls | 0 | #541 | 7 | 10,981 |
| AE | Girls | 0 | #597 | 1 | 20,968 |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #626 | 7 | 18,916 |
| IL | Girls | 0 | #641 | 5 | 11,648 |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #649 | 2 | 16,104 |
| LB | 0 | #690 | 1 | 13,263 | |
| United States | Girls | 2024 | #815 | 102 | 8,487 |
| NG | Girls | 0 | #826 | 1 | 15,093 |
| CL | Girls | 0 | #914 | 2 | 14,098 |
| MY | Girls | 0 | #965 | 30 | 24,821 |
| BR | Girls | 0 | #991 | 2 | 12,708 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #1,010 | 1 | 14,861 |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,117 | 25 | 25,928 |
| CO | Girls | 0 | #1,151 | 2 | 16,140 |
| MA | 0 | #1,198 | 2 | 20,986 | |
| TR | 0 | #1,254 | 1 | 19,440 | |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #1,266 | 2 | 17,781 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,271 | 2 | 25,619 |
| IT | Girls | 0 | #1,421 | 26 | 9,415 |
Audra is popular in 38 countries — most recent births per country:
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