Andrey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAN-dray / ˈændreɪSlavic; Greek
Meaning
Slavic: Manly; Greek: Brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Andrey is a variant of Andrew, which has roots in both Slavic and Greek cultures. In Slavic countries, it is a common name often associated with strength and masculinity. The name has been borne by various saints, notably Saint Andrew, one of the apostles in Christianity. It has also been popularized in literature and arts throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Andrey has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in Slavic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Andrei
- Andrey
- Andreius
International Variants
- André (French)
- Andreas (German)
- Andrei (Romanian)
- Andres (Spanish)
Famous people named Andrey
Andrey Arshavin is a retired Russian footballer known for his time with Arsenal and the Russian national team.
Andrey Rublev is a professional Russian tennis player who has won multiple ATP titles.
Andrey Kolesnikov is a Russian swimmer who has competed in the Olympics.
Andrey Zvyagintsev is a Russian film director known for his critically acclaimed films.
Fictional characters named Andrey
Andrey Bolkonsky is a character in Leo Tolstoy's novel 'War and Peace', representing the complexities of Russian aristocracy.
Andrey Sokolov is a character in the video game 'Metro 2033', serving as a soldier in a post-apocalyptic world.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Andrey was first seen in the United States in 1950. Andrey has ranked as high as #1282 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, Washington, Florida, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Andrey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Andrey (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 26 |
| 1976 | 24 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 41 |
| 1999 | 58 |
| 2000 | 63 |
| 2001 | 60 |
| 2002 | 62 |
| 2003 | 62 |
| 2004 | 81 |
| 2005 | 86 |
| 2006 | 88 |
| 2007 | 91 |
| 2008 | 88 |
| 2009 | 95 |
| 2010 | 86 |
| 2011 | 95 |
| 2012 | 99 |
| 2013 | 92 |
| 2014 | 97 |
| 2015 | 94 |
| 2016 | 79 |
| 2017 | 88 |
| 2018 | 66 |
| 2019 | 69 |
| 2020 | 60 |
| 2021 | 50 |
| 2022 | 51 |
| 2023 | 53 |
| 2024 | 51 |