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Andre Boy

Popularity: #328 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationAHN-dray / ˈɑːndreɪ

Greek; French; Latin

Meaning

Greek: manly; French: brave; Latin: manly

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Andre has its roots in the Greek name Andreas, which is derived from the word "aner," meaning "man" or "warrior." This etymological lineage reflects a sense of strength and masculinity. The name Andreas was adopted into Latin as Andreas, which then influenced various European languages. In Old French, the name became "André," which was later introduced into English, maintaining its original pronunciation and form.

Historically, the name Andre has been borne by numerous notable figures, including Saint Andrew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, who is traditionally regarded as the patron saint of Scotland and Russia. His significance in Christianity is underscored by the presence of his feast day on November 30, which has been celebrated since at least the 4th century. The name's association with Saint Andrew helped to solidify its use in Christian contexts, particularly in regions influenced by the spread of Christianity during the early Middle Ages.

The cultural resonance of the name Andre is further enhanced by its symbolic associations with bravery and leadership, qualities that have been celebrated in various literary and historical contexts. The name has also appeared in various forms across different cultures, with diminutives like "Andy" emerging in English-speaking countries. The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its strong historical roots and the positive connotations associated with its meanings, making it a name that has transcended time and geography.

Trend Summary

The name Andre has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • André
  • Andres

International Variants

  • Andrés (Spanish)
  • Andrea (Italian)
  • Andrei (Russian)
  • Anders (Scandinavian)

Famous people named Andre

Andre Agassi is a former professional tennis player best known for winning eight Grand Slam titles, his rivalry with Pete Sampras, and his autobiography Open.

Andre Braugher is an actor best known for his roles in Homicide: Life on the Street, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and Glory.

Andre 3000 is a musician and actor best known as a member of the hip hop duo OutKast, and for his work on the album Speakerboxxx/The Love Below.

Andre the Giant is a professional wrestler and actor best known for his role in The Princess Bride and his time in WWE.

Andre Gide is a French author best known for his novels The Immoralist, The Counterfeiters, and his work as a literary critic.

Fictional characters named Andre

Andre is a fictional character from the animated film The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea. He is a loyal friend and ally to Ariel's daughter, Melody, helping her navigate her adventures in the ocean.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Andre was first seen in the United States in 1880. Andre has ranked as high as #271 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Florida, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Andre has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Andre (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 169
19%
TX 151
17%
FL 53
6%
NY 46
5%
IL 40
5%
AZ 35
4%
GA 32
4%
PA 31
4%
OH 26
3%
MD 23
3%
WA 23
3%
MI 22
2%
LA 20
2%
VA 20
2%
IN 16
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18806
18905
18925
18967
18986
190710
19099
19108
191110
191212
191318
191426
191535
191625
191727
191826
191936
192038
192147
192243
192348
192453
192556
192658
192775
192871
192979
193074
193183
193269
193377
193478
193578
193677
1937115
1938110
193992
1940116
1941136
1942137
1943130
1944137
1945157
1946166
1947219
1948257
1949251
1950294
1951378
1952416
1953622
1954709
1955686
1956841
19571,058
19581,116
19591,279
19601,401
19611,499
19621,603
19631,699
19641,896
19651,806
19662,029
19672,151
19681,967
19692,065
19702,509
19712,415
19722,152
19731,962
19741,997
19752,106
19762,115
19771,971
19782,033
19791,880
19802,083
19812,054
19822,198
19832,090
19842,316
19852,295
19862,053
19872,092
19882,154
19892,274
19902,295
19912,283
19922,391
19932,281
19942,381
19952,144
19961,964
19971,801
19981,767
19991,783
20001,796
20011,742
20021,698
20031,754
20041,917
20051,828
20061,874
20071,834
20081,707
20091,647
20101,543
20111,495
20121,461
20131,322
20141,282
20151,326
20161,400
20171,372
20181,292
20191,181
20201,192
20211,171
20221,165
20231,068
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