Andre Name Meaning, Origin, Popularity, Boy Names Like Andre

Andre Name Origin: French
Pronunciation: ahn-dray
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Andre Name Meaning

The meaning of the name Andre is “manly” or “warrior,” reflecting the strength and courage that was associated with Saint Andrew. The name is a symbol of courage and strength and is often given to boys as a way to encourage these qualities in them.

Origins of the Name Andre

The name became popularized through Saint Andrew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ in the New Testament. Saint Andrew is considered the patron saint of Scotland, Romania, and Russia, among other countries. He was known for spreading the gospel and his teachings continue to be celebrated in many Christian denominations.

History of the Name Andre

As the early Christian church spread, so did the name Andrew and its various forms. In the Middle Ages, Andre became a popular name in France, where it was often spelled “André.” Over time, the name became popular in other countries as well, including England, Germany, and Spain.

Popularity of the Name Andre

The name Andre has been a popular choice for boys for many centuries. In the United States, it was a top 100 name for boys in the 1940s and 1950s and remained a popular choice through the 1990s. Today, while it is still a popular name, its popularity has declined somewhat in recent years.

Famous Andres

There have been many famous people named Andre throughout history, including:

Andre the Giant, a professional wrestler who was one of the most popular and recognizable figures in the sport during the 1970s and 1980s.
Andre 3000, a rapper and singer who is best known as one-half of the hip-hop duo Outkast.
Andre Agassi, a former professional tennis player who was one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
Andre Braugher, an actor best known for his roles on television shows such as “Homicide: Life on the Street” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.”

Final Thoughts on the Name Andre

Overall, the name Andre is a unique and timeless name that continues to be a popular choice for boys. With its rich history and strong association with courage and strength, it is a name that will continue to be celebrated for generations to come.

Andre Name Popularity

How popular is the name Andre? Here’s everything we know.

Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
1910	—	0	0%
1911	—	0	0%
1912	—	0	0%
1913	—	5	0.0009%
1914	—	5	0.0007%
1915	—	0	0%
1916	—	0	0%
1917	—	0	0%
1918	—	0	0%
1919	—	12	0.0011%
1920	—	16	0.0014%
1921	—	14	0.0012%
1922	—	12	0.0011%
1923	—	27	0.0024%
1924	—	32	0.0028%
1925	—	21	0.0019%
1926	—	36	0.0033%
1927	—	39	0.0035%
1928	—	51	0.0048%
1929	—	50	0.0048%
1930	—	34	0.0033%
1931	—	54	0.0055%
1932	—	38	0.0038%
1933	—	44	0.0047%
1934	—	44	0.0046%
1935	—	33	0.0034%
1936	—	49	0.0051%
1937	—	84	0.0085%
1938	—	74	0.0072%
1939	—	51	0.005%
1940	—	66	0.0062%
1941	—	105	0.0093%
1942	—	103	0.0082%
1943	—	104	0.008%
1944	—	95	0.0077%
1945	—	113	0.0093%
1946	—	119	0.0081%
1947	—	164	0.0098%
1948	—	218	0.0137%
1949	—	210	0.0131%
1950	—	259	0.0161%
1951	—	335	0.0198%
1952	—	374	0.0214%
1953	—	593	0.0335%
1954	—	679	0.0371%
1955	—	648	0.0352%
1956	—	794	0.042%
1957	—	1,022	0.0531%
1958	—	1,096	0.058%
1959	—	1,248	0.0657%
1960	—	1,372	0.0724%
1961	—	1,473	0.078%
1962	—	1,564	0.0852%
1963	—	1,675	0.0933%
1964	—	1,861	0.1057%
1965	—	1,786	0.1092%
1966	—	2,005	0.1284%
1967	—	2,123	0.1399%
1968	—	1,946	0.1296%
1969	—	2,024	0.1314%
1970	—	2,483	0.156%
1971	—	2,401	0.1598%
1972	—	2,132	0.1565%
1973	—	1,933	0.1491%
1974	—	1,972	0.1517%
1975	—	2,079	0.1618%
1976	—	2,092	0.1623%
1977	—	1,945	0.1443%
1978	—	2,008	0.1494%
1979	—	1,859	0.1318%
1980	—	2,059	0.1408%
1981	—	2,038	0.1386%
1982	—	2,170	0.1452%
1983	—	2,063	0.1398%
1984	—	2,291	0.154%
1985	—	2,275	0.1499%
1986	—	2,020	0.1338%
1987	—	2,071	0.1357%
1988	—	2,124	0.1363%
1989	—	2,250	0.1394%
1990	—	2,277	0.1374%
1991	—	2,263	0.1388%
1992	—	2,373	0.1487%
1993	—	2,262	0.1451%
1994	—	2,356	0.1535%
1995	—	2,128	0.1412%
1996	—	1,933	0.1291%
1997	—	1,782	0.1205%
1998	—	1,751	0.117%
1999	—	1,759	0.1175%
2000	—	1,783	0.1167%
2001	—	1,725	0.1145%
2002	—	1,676	0.1118%
2003	—	1,730	0.1137%
2004	—	1,893	0.1242%
2005	—	1,802	0.1179%
2006	—	1,847	0.118%
2007	—	1,812	0.1148%
2008	—	1,676	0.1084%
2009	—	1,621	0.1085%
2010	—	1,517	0.1053%
2011	—	1,481	0.104%
2012	—	1,445	0.1014%
2013	—	1,298	0.0912%
2014	—	1,251	0.0859%
2015	—	1,288	0.0885%
2016	—	1,364	0.0946%
2017	—	1,342	0.0962%
2018	—	1,258	0.0916%
2019	—	1,141	0.0843%
2020	—	1,139	0.0895%
2021	—	1,125	0.092%
2022	—	1,133	0.0859%
2023	—	1,036	0.08%

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Data via SSA.gov.

Names Like Andre

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What names are variants of Andre?

Mix it up with these names that are a variation of the name Andre.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Andrae		French
Andras	Man, warrior	Greek
Andreas	Man	Greek
Andrei	Man, warrior	Greek
Andrej	Man, warrior	Greek
Andres	Manly	Spanish
Andreus		Spanish
Andrey	Man, warrior	Greek
Andris		French
Andrius	Man, warrior	Spanish
Aundray		French
DeAndre	Combination of De- and Andre	American
Dray		French
Dre	Man	French

Ohndrae	Man, warrior	Greek
Ohndre	Man, warrior	Greek
Ohnrey	Man, warrior	Greek
Ondre		Greek
Ondrei	Man, warrior	Greek
Ondrey	Man, warrior	Greek
Ries	Of the sea	Latin

What names sound like Andre?

If you like how Andre sounds, you might also like these names that sound like Andre.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Andrea	Man, warrior	Greek
Andro	Man, warrior	Greek
Andru	Man, warrior	Greek

What names are similar to Andre?

Find a name that’s like Andre, but just a little bit different.

Name	Meaning	Origin
DeAndre	Combination of De- and Andre	American
Dion	A short form of Dionysius, the god of vegetation and wine, in Greek mythology.	Greek
Keandre	Combination of Ke- and Andre	American
Shawn	God is gracious	Irish

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Angene Jan 17 at 7:32 am

Very unique and fabious name

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Latisha Ramsey Mar 2 at 1:53 pm

Andre’ is a lll named after his Grandpa & Father

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André Aug 21 at 11:49 am

I chose the name Andre because he’s one of my favorite soccer players, in a Mexican legue. I love the name because it’s French name. He is a unique name.

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