Andraya Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: an-DRAY-uh /ænˈdreɪ.ə/
Origin: English; American
Meaning: Derived from Andrea, meaning 'manly' or 'brave' (Greek); possibly a blend of 'Andrea' and 'Maya'.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Andraya is believed to have roots in the Greek name Andreas, which means "manly" or "brave." The etymological journey begins with the Greek word "aner," meaning "man," which evolved into Andreas. This name was later adopted into Latin as Andreas, and subsequently made its way into various languages, including Old French and eventually English.
The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many names of Greek and Latin origin were introduced into the English lexicon through the influence of French nobility and clergy. Historically, the name Andreas has significant milestones, particularly in Christian contexts.
Saint Andrew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, is a prominent figure associated with this name. He is traditionally regarded as the patron saint of Scotland and Russia, and his feast day is celebrated on November 30.
The name gained further prominence through the translation of the Bible into various languages, including the King James Bible in the early 17th century, which helped solidify the name's presence in Christian communities. Culturally, names derived from Andreas, such as Andrea and its feminine forms, have resonated through various traditions and societies, often symbolizing strength and valor.
The name Andraya, while less common, carries the same connotations of bravery and resilience. The use of diminutives or variations, such as Andra or Andy, has also contributed to the name's adaptability and enduring appeal across different cultures and languages.
Famous people named Andraya
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Andraya Yearwood is an athlete best known for competing in track and field events and advocating for transgender rights in sports.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Andraya was first seen in the United States in 1971.
Andraya has ranked as high as #5635 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in California, Minnesota, North Carolina, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Andraya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Andraya 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 Andraya 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 Andraya.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 9 |
| 2024 | 11 | 11 |
| 2023 | 10 | 10 |
| 2022 | 9 | 9 |
| 2021 | 7 | 7 |
| 2020 | 11 | 11 |
| 2019 | 18 | 18 |
| 2018 | 23 | 23 |
| 2017 | 19 | 19 |
| 2016 | 27 | 27 |
| 2015 | 32 | 32 |
| 2014 | 43 | 43 |
| 2013 | 49 | 49 |
| 2012 | 48 | 48 |
| 2011 | 24 | 24 |
| 2010 | 26 | 26 |
| 2009 | 27 | 27 |
| 2008 | 20 | 20 |
| 2007 | 31 | 31 |
| 2006 | 35 | 35 |
| 2005 | 29 | 29 |
| 2004 | 24 | 24 |
| 2003 | 30 | 30 |
| 2002 | 19 | 19 |
| 2001 | 22 | 22 |
| 2000 | 32 | 32 |
| 1999 | 20 | 20 |
| 1998 | 24 | 24 |
| 1997 | 22 | 22 |
| 1996 | 12 | 12 |
| 1995 | 18 | 18 |
| 1994 | 19 | 19 |
| 1993 | 30 | 30 |
| 1992 | 26 | 26 |
| 1991 | 28 | 28 |
| 1990 | 17 | 17 |
| 1989 | 30 | 30 |
| 1988 | 25 | 25 |
| 1987 | 22 | 22 |
| 1986 | 19 | 19 |
| 1985 | 10 | 10 |
| 1984 | 7 | 7 |
| 1983 | 10 | 10 |
| 1982 | 11 | 11 |
| 1981 | 17 | 17 |
| 1980 | 13 | 13 |
| 1979 | 10 | 10 |
| 1978 | 9 | 9 |
| 1977 | 8 | 8 |
| 1976 | 11 | 11 |
| 1975 | 7 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Andraya (2015)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |