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Bruce vs Andrew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bruce

Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#540
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Andrew

Boy #68 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"manly, brave"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English Scottish American Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#68
Total SSA Count
4,772
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bruce Rank #540
Andrew Rank #68

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #540 for Bruce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bruce or Andrew more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Bruce at #540 in the United States.

What do Bruce and Andrew mean?

Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin). Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Bruce and Andrew boy or girl names?

Bruce is primarily a boy name. Andrew is primarily a boy name.

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