Auburn

A distinctive pick — fewer than 13 pets share this name.

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Meaning & Story

Auburn refers to a reddish-brown color, derived from the Old French alborne and Medieval Latin alburnus meaning whitish. Today it is specifically used to describe rich red-brown hair or fur.

Auburn is a color name that earns its place through sheer beauty. Unlike generic color names, auburn is specific and evocative — it conjures autumn leaves, copper in firelight, the particular warm richness of a coat that changes color depending on how the light hits it. For a dog with gorgeous russet fur or a cat with burnished reddish tones, Auburn is a name that simply describes what you see and loves it completely.

At a Glance

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Overall Rank
13
Registered
Girls
Popular With

Auburn's Personality

Pets named Auburn are most often described as:

  • warmStrong match
  • beautifulCommon
  • radiantSometimes
  • richOccasionally

Trait order based on owner reports across pet registries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Auburn a good pet name?

Auburn is a well-known pet name with 13 registered pets. Pets named Auburn are often described as warm, beautiful, radiant.

Is Auburn a boy or girl pet name?

Auburn is more commonly given to female pets, though it can be used for any pet.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology