Andrew Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAN-droo / ˈændruːGreek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: manly; Hebrew: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Andrew has roots in both Greek and Hebrew, with the Greek form deriving from 'Andreas,' meaning 'manly' or 'brave.' It has been a popular name in Christian tradition, largely due to Saint Andrew, one of the apostles of Jesus. The name has been widely used across various cultures and languages, contributing to its enduring popularity. In the English-speaking world, Andrew has been a common name since the Middle Ages.
Trend Summary
Andrew has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1980s and remaining a classic choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Andy
- Drew
International Variants
- André (French)
- Andreas (German)
- Andrei (Russian)
- Andres (Spanish)
Famous people named Andrew
Andrew Carnegie was a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist known for leading the expansion of the American steel industry.
Andrew Jackson served as the seventh President of the United States and was a key figure in the founding of the Democratic Party.
Andrew Lloyd Webber is a British composer known for his contributions to musical theatre, including works like 'The Phantom of the Opera.'.
Andrew Garfield is a British-American actor recognized for his roles in films such as 'The Social Network' and 'The Amazing Spider-Man.'.
Fictional characters named Andrew
Andrew Beckett is a character in the film 'Philadelphia,' portrayed by Tom Hanks, who fights against discrimination and injustice.
Andrew 'Andy' Dufresne is the protagonist in 'The Shawshank Redemption,' a film based on a Stephen King novella, who is wrongfully imprisoned.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Andrew was first seen in the United States in 1880. Andrew has ranked as high as #9 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Andrew has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Andrew (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 635 | |
TX | 546 | |
FL | 314 | |
NY | 234 | |
PA | 184 | |
OH | 173 | |
NC | 170 | |
GA | 154 | |
IL | 148 | |
VA | 134 | |
TN | 112 | |
MI | 109 | |
IN | 109 | |
MA | 102 | |
MO | 91 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 644 |
1881 | 588 |
1882 | 673 |
1883 | 623 |
1884 | 616 |
1885 | 599 |
1886 | 614 |
1887 | 520 |
1888 | 615 |
1889 | 561 |
1890 | 575 |
1891 | 521 |
1892 | 637 |
1893 | 520 |
1894 | 594 |
1895 | 562 |
1896 | 566 |
1897 | 555 |
1898 | 611 |
1899 | 578 |
1900 | 718 |
1901 | 479 |
1902 | 558 |
1903 | 550 |
1904 | 546 |
1905 | 619 |
1906 | 611 |
1907 | 708 |
1908 | 722 |
1909 | 766 |
1910 | 884 |
1911 | 1,098 |
1912 | 1,946 |
1913 | 2,222 |
1914 | 2,965 |
1915 | 3,573 |
1916 | 3,723 |
1917 | 3,752 |
1918 | 4,138 |
1919 | 3,851 |
1920 | 4,026 |
1921 | 4,015 |
1922 | 3,803 |
1923 | 3,748 |
1924 | 3,744 |
1925 | 3,617 |
1926 | 3,344 |
1927 | 3,437 |
1928 | 3,142 |
1929 | 3,076 |
1930 | 3,057 |
1931 | 2,713 |
1932 | 2,645 |
1933 | 2,344 |
1934 | 2,443 |
1935 | 2,291 |
1936 | 2,276 |
1937 | 2,405 |
1938 | 2,411 |
1939 | 2,440 |
1940 | 2,431 |
1941 | 2,707 |
1942 | 3,142 |
1943 | 3,351 |
1944 | 3,057 |
1945 | 3,007 |
1946 | 3,757 |
1947 | 4,346 |
1948 | 4,308 |
1949 | 4,512 |
1950 | 4,932 |
1951 | 5,372 |
1952 | 5,573 |
1953 | 5,625 |
1954 | 5,653 |
1955 | 6,013 |
1956 | 6,602 |
1957 | 6,996 |
1958 | 7,115 |
1959 | 7,089 |
1960 | 8,202 |
1961 | 8,483 |
1962 | 8,696 |
1963 | 9,514 |
1964 | 10,495 |
1965 | 9,674 |
1966 | 10,234 |
1967 | 9,967 |
1968 | 10,565 |
1969 | 11,282 |
1970 | 11,988 |
1971 | 10,915 |
1972 | 10,114 |
1973 | 10,729 |
1974 | 11,778 |
1975 | 12,759 |
1976 | 13,303 |
1977 | 16,018 |
1978 | 16,722 |
1979 | 18,617 |
1980 | 19,734 |
1981 | 20,234 |
1982 | 22,836 |
1983 | 25,564 |
1984 | 25,919 |
1985 | 30,180 |
1986 | 33,859 |
1987 | 36,205 |
1988 | 35,745 |
1989 | 34,818 |
1990 | 33,675 |
1991 | 31,541 |
1992 | 30,538 |
1993 | 27,322 |
1994 | 26,015 |
1995 | 25,858 |
1996 | 25,244 |
1997 | 25,208 |
1998 | 23,662 |
1999 | 23,866 |
2000 | 23,657 |
2001 | 22,422 |
2002 | 22,036 |
2003 | 22,162 |
2004 | 21,714 |
2005 | 20,740 |
2006 | 19,732 |
2007 | 18,460 |
2008 | 16,778 |
2009 | 14,876 |
2010 | 14,268 |
2011 | 13,296 |
2012 | 12,641 |
2013 | 11,682 |
2014 | 11,187 |
2015 | 10,144 |
2016 | 9,431 |
2017 | 8,285 |
2018 | 7,313 |
2019 | 6,809 |
2020 | 6,062 |
2021 | 5,615 |
2022 | 5,163 |
2023 | 4,804 |
2024 | 4,772 |