Andreas Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAN-dree-as / ˈændriəsGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: manly; Latin: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Andreas is derived from the Greek name Andreas, which means 'manly' or 'brave'. It has been a popular name in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to Saint Andrew, one of the apostles. The name has been widely used across Europe, especially in countries like Greece, Germany, and Scandinavia. In modern times, it remains a common name in many countries.
Trend Summary
Andreas has seen steady popularity in the U.S., particularly among families with European heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Andrei
- Anders
- Andres
International Variants
- André (French)
- Andreas (German)
- Andrei (Russian)
- Anders (Swedish)
- Andrés (Spanish)
Famous people named Andreas
Andreas Vesalius was a 16th-century Flemish physician known as the founder of modern human anatomy.
Andreas Gursky is a contemporary German photographer famous for his large-scale, digitally manipulated photographs.
Andreas Christensen is a Danish professional footballer who plays as a defender for FC Barcelona.
Andreas Scholl is a renowned German countertenor celebrated for his operatic performances.
Fictional characters named Andreas
Andreas is a character in the video game series 'The Witcher', known for his role in various quests.
Andreas is a character in the novel 'The Brothers Karamazov' by Fyodor Dostoevsky, representing complex moral dilemmas.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Andreas was first seen in the United States in 1913. Andreas has ranked as high as #1162 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Andreas has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Andreas (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 19 | |
| NY | 18 | |
| CA | 18 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| TN | 9 | |
| OK | 7 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| WA | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 20 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 28 |
| 1960 | 35 |
| 1961 | 38 |
| 1962 | 47 |
| 1963 | 71 |
| 1964 | 82 |
| 1965 | 69 |
| 1966 | 101 |
| 1967 | 82 |
| 1968 | 63 |
| 1969 | 83 |
| 1970 | 86 |
| 1971 | 86 |
| 1972 | 80 |
| 1973 | 80 |
| 1974 | 73 |
| 1975 | 76 |
| 1976 | 69 |
| 1977 | 72 |
| 1978 | 56 |
| 1979 | 82 |
| 1980 | 102 |
| 1981 | 98 |
| 1982 | 89 |
| 1983 | 95 |
| 1984 | 92 |
| 1985 | 94 |
| 1986 | 110 |
| 1987 | 131 |
| 1988 | 118 |
| 1989 | 139 |
| 1990 | 131 |
| 1991 | 130 |
| 1992 | 134 |
| 1993 | 142 |
| 1994 | 145 |
| 1995 | 153 |
| 1996 | 145 |
| 1997 | 158 |
| 1998 | 160 |
| 1999 | 169 |
| 2000 | 159 |
| 2001 | 164 |
| 2002 | 147 |
| 2003 | 211 |
| 2004 | 171 |
| 2005 | 206 |
| 2006 | 221 |
| 2007 | 203 |
| 2008 | 205 |
| 2009 | 171 |
| 2010 | 180 |
| 2011 | 151 |
| 2012 | 151 |
| 2013 | 131 |
| 2014 | 132 |
| 2015 | 143 |
| 2016 | 165 |
| 2017 | 151 |
| 2018 | 139 |
| 2019 | 171 |
| 2020 | 163 |
| 2021 | 159 |
| 2022 | 155 |
| 2023 | 174 |
| 2024 | 195 |