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Francis vs Andre

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Andre

Boy #351 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"manly, brave"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

French Portuguese Brazilian African American West African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#351
Total SSA Count
961
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Francis Rank #451
Andre Rank #351

Andre is more popular, ranked #351 vs #451 for Francis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Francis or Andre more popular?

Andre is more popular, ranked #351 compared to Francis at #451 in the United States.

What do Francis and Andre mean?

Francis means "free man" (Germanic origin). Andre means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Francis and Andre boy or girl names?

Francis is primarily a boy name. Andre is primarily a boy name.

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