Andrea Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAN-dree-uh / ˈændriəItalian; Greek
Meaning
Italian: manly; Greek: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Andrea is a name of Italian origin, derived from the Greek name Andreas. It has been used in various cultures, often associated with masculinity and bravery. The name has historical significance in Christianity, as Saint Andrew is a prominent figure in the New Testament. In modern times, Andrea is used in several countries, sometimes as a unisex name.
Trend Summary
Andrea has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Andreo
- Andres
International Variants
- André (French)
- Andreas (German)
- Andrei (Russian)
- Andres (Spanish)
Famous people named Andrea
Andrea Bocelli is an Italian tenor and multi-instrumentalist known for his classical and pop music.
Andrea Pirlo is a retired Italian footballer recognized for his exceptional skills as a midfielder.
Andrea Dworkin was an American radical feminist and writer known for her work on women's rights.
Andrea Riseborough is an English actress acclaimed for her performances in independent films.
Fictional characters named Andrea
Andrea Harrison is a character in the television series 'The Walking Dead,' known for her complex development throughout the series.
Andrea is a character in the video game series 'Mass Effect,' serving as a skilled soldier and ally to the protagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Andrea was first seen in the United States in 1912. Andrea has ranked as high as #907 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in New York, California, Georgia, North Carolina, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Andrea has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Andrea (2020)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1912 | 7 |
1913 | 8 |
1914 | 13 |
1915 | 10 |
1916 | 9 |
1917 | 13 |
1918 | 11 |
1919 | 10 |
1920 | 9 |
1921 | 11 |
1922 | 9 |
1923 | 10 |
1924 | 14 |
1925 | 10 |
1926 | 5 |
1927 | 14 |
1928 | 10 |
1929 | 8 |
1930 | 10 |
1931 | 7 |
1932 | 12 |
1933 | 8 |
1934 | 6 |
1935 | 7 |
1936 | 9 |
1937 | 7 |
1938 | 7 |
1939 | 20 |
1940 | 7 |
1941 | 9 |
1942 | 12 |
1943 | 12 |
1944 | 14 |
1945 | 16 |
1946 | 11 |
1947 | 15 |
1948 | 17 |
1949 | 13 |
1950 | 16 |
1951 | 24 |
1952 | 18 |
1953 | 24 |
1954 | 26 |
1955 | 31 |
1956 | 62 |
1957 | 67 |
1958 | 65 |
1959 | 82 |
1960 | 81 |
1961 | 65 |
1962 | 95 |
1963 | 99 |
1964 | 95 |
1965 | 118 |
1966 | 138 |
1967 | 134 |
1968 | 141 |
1969 | 121 |
1970 | 142 |
1971 | 153 |
1972 | 140 |
1973 | 147 |
1974 | 158 |
1975 | 177 |
1976 | 183 |
1977 | 159 |
1978 | 152 |
1979 | 136 |
1980 | 147 |
1981 | 154 |
1982 | 133 |
1983 | 120 |
1984 | 120 |
1985 | 121 |
1986 | 133 |
1987 | 117 |
1988 | 92 |
1989 | 130 |
1990 | 90 |
1991 | 91 |
1992 | 80 |
1993 | 59 |
1994 | 64 |
1995 | 61 |
1996 | 52 |
1997 | 41 |
1998 | 52 |
1999 | 53 |
2000 | 52 |
2001 | 39 |
2002 | 34 |
2003 | 38 |
2004 | 54 |
2005 | 44 |
2006 | 40 |
2007 | 22 |
2008 | 30 |
2009 | 19 |
2010 | 18 |
2011 | 20 |
2012 | 18 |
2013 | 13 |
2014 | 19 |
2015 | 11 |
2016 | 17 |
2017 | 30 |
2018 | 25 |
2019 | 14 |
2020 | 24 |
2021 | 18 |
2022 | 21 |
2023 | 15 |
2024 | 19 |