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Andy vs Preston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Preston

Boy #330 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"priest's town, priestly settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#330
Total SSA Count
1,045
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Andy Rank #489
Preston Rank #330

Preston is more popular, ranked #330 vs #489 for Andy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andy or Preston more popular?

Preston is more popular, ranked #330 compared to Andy at #489 in the United States.

What do Andy and Preston mean?

Andy means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). Preston means "priest's town, priestly settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Andy and Preston boy or girl names?

Andy is primarily a boy name. Preston is primarily a boy name.

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