"manly, brave"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Andre
Pronunciation: [ AHNDR-ay ]
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A globally beloved masculine classic meaning manly
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"man"
Origin: Greek (andr- root)
Language: Greek
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The Story of Andre
Andre is the French form of Andrew, derived from the Greek Andreas, which comes from the root andr- meaning man. The name has been in use since antiquity and spread through Europe with early Christianity — Saint Andrew was one of the twelve apostles and is the patron saint of Scotland, Russia, and Greece. In France and Brazil, Andre has been a given name for over a thousand years, making it one of the most geographically widespread masculine names in history.
Andre has been a consistent presence in American naming charts, particularly popular in African American communities from the 1970s through the 1990s. In France, the accented Andre is considered a classic, while the unaccented form feels more international. In Brazil, Andre remains a perennial top-20 name and shows no sign of declining.
The name carries strong associations with distinction across French-speaking cultures. In African American culture, Andre became a signature name in the 1970s to 1990s, borne by music legends and athletes. In Brazil and Portugal, Andre is a timeless staple that transcends trends.
Historical Record
Andre first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 126,382 babies have been named Andre in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Andre is past its peak , currently ranked #351 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- In Italy, Andrea is a masculine name — the very same root that gives the feminine Andre in French culture shows how the same name diverges dramatically by country
- Andre has been in the top 10 boys names in Brazil for decades, one of the most globally stable classical names in existence
Andre in Other Languages
French
Andre
German
Andreas
Italian
Andrea
Russian
Andrei
Spanish
Andres
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Andre
Popularity Over Time
#351
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1984
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #351
- Total SSA Count
- 961
- Cultural Origins
- French Portuguese Brazilian African American West African
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Dre
Andy
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Timeless choice, French heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Frequently Asked Questions About Andre
What does the name Andre mean?
"manly, brave" (from Greek). "man" (from Greek (andr- root)). Andre is the French form of Andrew, derived from the Greek Andreas, which comes from the root andr- meaning man. The name has been in use since antiquity and spread through Europe with early Christianity — Saint Andrew was one of the twelve apostles and is the patron saint of Scotland, Russia, and Greece. In France and Brazil, Andre has been a given name for over a thousand years, making it one of the most geographically widespread masculine names in history.
What is the origin of the name Andre?
Andre has Greek, Greek (andr- root), French, Portuguese, Brazilian, African American, and West African origins. In Greek, it means "manly, brave". In Greek (andr- root), it means "man".
Is Andre a boy or girl name?
Andre is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #351. As a girl name, it is ranked #17144. Andre is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Andre?
Andre is pronounced AHNDR-ay.
How popular is the name Andre?
Andre is currently ranked #351 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Andre?
Common nicknames for Andre include Dre and Andy.
What are good middle names for Andre?
Popular middle name pairings include Andre James, Andre Louis, Andre Michael, Andre Rene, Andre Leon, and Andre Pascal.
What are good sibling names for Andre?
Names that pair well with Andre as siblings include Isabelle, Monique, Dominique, Jean, Marie, Christophe, and Simone.
How many syllables does Andre have?
Andre has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Andre a common or rare name?
Andre is a popular name, ranked #351 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
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About the Name Andre
Andre is a boy name with French, Portuguese, Brazilian, African American, and West African origins . The name means "manly, brave" in Greek .
Is Andre a boy or girl name? Andre is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #351 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #17,144. Andre is more commonly used as a boy name.
Andre is currently ranked #351 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Andre has 2 syllables and is pronounced AHNDR-ay, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Andre include Dre and Andy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Andre include Andrew, Andres, Andreas, Andrei, Andrey . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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