Audrey facts for kids

Audrey is a popular girl's name with a long history. It comes from Old English words meaning "noble strength." You might also hear other versions of the name, like Audie, Audra, and Audrea.

The name Audrey has an interesting past. In the 1600s, a word called "tawdry" became popular. It meant something that looked cheap or flashy. This word actually came from Saint Audrey. Because of this, fewer people used the name Audrey for a while.

However, in the 1800s, the name became popular again. It was especially common in the United States between the two World Wars. In 2012, Audrey was the 41st most popular name for girls.

Many famous people have been named Audrey, including actresses Audrey Hepburn and Audrey Tautou. A powerful hurricane was also named Audrey in 1957.

Famous People Named Audrey

Many talented individuals have carried the name Audrey. Here are a few examples:

Audrey Hepburn (1929–1993)

Audrey Hepburn was a very famous actress and humanitarian. She was born in Belgium and became a Hollywood star. She starred in classic movies like Breakfast at Tiffany's and My Fair Lady. Later in her life, she worked to help children around the world. She was a special ambassador for UNICEF.

Audrey Meadows (1922–1996)

Audrey Meadows was an American actress. She was best known for her role in a popular TV show called The Honeymooners. She played the character Alice Kramden.

Audrey Tautou (1976– )

Audrey Tautou is a French actress. She is famous for her roles in movies like Amélie and The Da Vinci Code.

Other Notable Audreys

• Audrey Assad (born 1983) is an American contemporary Christian musician. She writes and performs her own songs.
• Audrey Brown (1913–2005) was a British athlete. She was a sprinter who won a silver medal in the 1936 Olympic Games.
• Audrey McLaughlin (born 1936) is a Canadian politician. She was the first woman to lead a major political party in Canada. She led the New Democratic Party.
• Audrey Richards (1899–1984) was a British anthropologist. She studied different cultures and societies.

Hurricane Audrey

Sometimes, powerful storms are given human names. One such storm was Hurricane Audrey.

What Was Hurricane Audrey?

Hurricane Audrey was a very strong tropical storm. It formed in the Gulf of Mexico in June 1957. It quickly grew into a major hurricane.

Impact of the Storm

Hurricane Audrey hit the coast of Louisiana and Texas in the United States. It caused a lot of damage. The storm brought very strong winds and heavy rain. It also created a large storm surge, which is a rise in sea level caused by the storm. This surge flooded many areas near the coast.