Andi Unisex

Popularity: #528 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AN-dee /ˈændi/

Origin: English; Greek

Meaning: English: Brave; Greek: Manly

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Andi is derived from the name Andrea, which has its roots in the Greek name Andreas, meaning "manly" or "brave." The Greek term is derived from the word "aner," which translates to "man." The name Andrea was adopted into Latin as Andreas, and from there it spread into various languages, including Italian, Spanish, and eventually into English. The diminutive form Andi emerged as a variant, often used as a nickname for Andrea or its masculine counterpart, Andrew, particularly in English-speaking contexts.

Historically, the name Andrea has been borne by numerous notable figures, including saints and popes. One of the most significant early figures was Saint Andrew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, who is traditionally recognized as the patron saint of Scotland and Russia.

His legacy contributed to the name's enduring popularity throughout the Christian world, particularly during the Middle Ages when many names derived from biblical figures gained prominence. The name Andrea, along with its diminutive Andi, became more widely used in various cultures, especially in Europe, from the Renaissance onward.

Culturally, the name Andi and its variants have been associated with qualities such as strength and courage, reflecting the original meaning of its Greek root. The name has also been embraced in various artistic and literary works, contributing to its resonance in different cultural contexts.

Additionally, the use of Andi as a standalone name highlights a trend towards gender-neutral or feminine adaptations of traditionally masculine names, reflecting broader societal shifts in naming conventions. Overall, Andi carries a rich historical and cultural significance that traces back to its ancient origins.

Famous people named Andi

In this section, you will find notable people named Andi. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Andi who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Andi who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

Please note that not every baby name in our database currently has a famous namesake listed. If you would like to suggest a name we may have missed or submit a correction, feel free to contact us. We review and finalize additions and corrections within 24 hours.

Andi Dorfman is a television personality best known for The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, and her books It's Not Okay and Single State of Mind.

Andi Mack is a character from the Disney Channel series Andi Mack, which focuses on the life of a young girl navigating adolescence.

Fictional characters named Andi

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Andi Mack is a fictional character from the Disney Channel series Andi Mack. She is a teenage girl navigating the complexities of friendship, family, and self-discovery.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Andi, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

AvaEllaMiaZoeLilaNina

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Andi. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

AnyaAriAinsleyAllyAmberAshleyAveryIndie

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Andi was first seen in the United States in 1944.

Andi has ranked as high as #1224 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Louisiana, and Georgia.

In the past 5 years the name Andi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Andi is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Andi was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Andi.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 469 10 459
2024 381 13 368
2023 403 15 388
2022 393 23 370
2021 365 21 344
2020 354 19 335
2019 355 19 336
2018 350 23 327
2017 339 20 319
2016 346 21 325
2015 325 25 300
2014 276 20 256
2013 179 29 150
2012 189 30 159
2011 185 37 148
2010 164 28 136
2009 174 37 137
2008 173 45 128
2007 170 49 121
2006 151 48 103
2005 155 55 100
2004 131 35 96
2003 101 36 65
2002 86 28 58
2001 94 22 72
2000 86 26 60
1999 81 19 62
1998 92 11 81
1997 86 15 71
1996 111 15 96
1995 90 9 81
1994 95 9 86
1993 69 14 55
1992 84 8 76
1991 83 11 72
1990 60 0 60
1989 33 0 33
1988 52 0 52
1987 48 6 42
1986 32 0 32
1985 21 0 21
1984 21 0 21
1983 24 0 24
1982 27 0 27
1981 43 7 36
1980 50 5 45
1979 48 6 42
1978 33 0 33
1977 39 5 34
1976 22 0 22
1975 21 0 21
1974 25 5 20
1973 16 0 16
1972 19 0 19
1971 20 0 20
1970 24 0 24
1969 19 0 19
1968 10 0 10
1967 17 0 17
1966 22 0 22
1965 20 0 20
1964 22 0 22
1963 15 0 15
1962 17 0 17
1961 8 0 8
1960 13 0 13
1959 17 0 17
1958 8 0 8
1957 10 0 10
1956 11 0 11
1955 14 0 14
1954 8 0 8
1953 5 0 5
1952 7 0 7
1951 5 0 5
1950 6 0 6
1949 5 0 5
1948 6 0 6
1947 6 0 6
1945 6 0 6
1944 5 0 5

Top States for Andi (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 29
9%
CA 27
8%
TN 20
6%
LA 19
6%
UT 17
5%
NC 16
5%
PA 15
5%
NY 14
4%
FL 14
4%
OH 13
4%
AL 13
4%
WA 10
3%
SC 10
3%
IN 10
3%
AZ 10
3%
GA 9
3%
NE 9
3%
CO 8
3%
IA 7
2%
KY 7
2%
MD 6
2%
MO 6
2%
NJ 6
2%
MA 5
2%
VA 5
2%
MN 5
2%
OK 5
2%
MT 5
2%