"strong, brave, manly"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Andrea
Pronunciation: [ ANDR-ee-uh ]
Girl Name
#185 Most Popular
Steady
3 Syllables
A strong, timeless name meaning 'brave and powerful'
Italian
Spanish
English
Scandinavian
American
Classic
Strong
Traditional
Vintage
Elegant
Meaning & Origin
The Story of Andrea
Andrea is the feminine form (primarily in Italian and Spanish) of Andrew, derived from the Greek 'Andreas,' a name rooted in 'aner/andros' meaning 'man' — specifically connoting strength, bravery, and valor. While in English-speaking countries Andrea is primarily used for girls, in Italy and Portugal, Andrea remains common for men (as with composer Andrea Bocelli).
Andrea was a popular girl's name in the US from the 1950s through the 1990s, reaching its peak in the 1970s and 1980s. It declined as newer names rose, but retains a classic, professional feel that ages well.
In Italy, Andrea is both male and female — a unique dual-gender tradition. The name Saint Andrew (Sant'Andrea) is the patron saint of Scotland, Russia, and Greece, giving the name broad religious and cultural reach.
Fun Facts
- In Italy, Andrea is equally common for men and women — Andrea Bocelli is a famous male bearer
- Saint Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland, Russia, and Greece
- Andrea was a top-30 girl name in the US throughout the 1980s
Andrea in Other Languages
Greek
Ανδρέα
Italian
Andrea
Russian
Андреа
Spanish
Andrea
Scandinavian
Andrea
Famous People Named Andrea
A
Andrea Pirlo
Athlete
1979
Italian football midfielder considered one of the greatest midfielders of all time
A
Andrea Bocelli
Musician
1958
Italian operatic tenor who has sold over 90 million records worldwide
A
Andrea Mitchell
Other
1946
American journalist and NBC News chief foreign affairs correspondent
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #185
- Total SSA Count
- 1,624
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish English Scandinavian American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Andie
Andi
Drea
Pairs Well With
Andrea Marie
Andrea Lynn
Andrea Grace
Andrea Nicole
Andrea Rose
Andrea Ann
Andrea Louise
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Andrea is also used as a boy name, ranked #5071.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Andrea
What does the name Andrea mean?
"strong, brave, manly" (from Greek). Andrea is the feminine form (primarily in Italian and Spanish) of Andrew, derived from the Greek 'Andreas,' a name rooted in 'aner/andros' meaning 'man' — specifically connoting strength, bravery, and valor. While in English-speaking countries Andrea is primarily used for girls, in Italy and Portugal, Andrea remains common for men (as with composer Andrea Bocelli).
What is the origin of the name Andrea?
Andrea has Greek, Italian, Spanish, English, Scandinavian, and American origins. In Greek, it means "strong, brave, manly".
Is Andrea a boy or girl name?
Andrea is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #185. As a boy name, it is ranked #5071. Andrea is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Andrea?
Andrea is pronounced ANDR-ee-uh.
How popular is the name Andrea?
Andrea is currently ranked #185 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Andrea?
Common nicknames for Andrea include Andie, Andi, and Drea.
What are good middle names for Andrea?
Popular middle name pairings include Andrea Marie, Andrea Lynn, Andrea Grace, Andrea Nicole, Andrea Rose, Andrea Ann, and Andrea Louise.
What are good sibling names for Andrea?
Names that pair well with Andrea as siblings include Marco, Gianna, Luca, Bianca, Matteo, Sofia, and Dominic.
How many syllables does Andrea have?
Andrea has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Andrea a common or rare name?
Andrea is a popular name, ranked #185 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Andrea
Andrea is a girl name with Italian, Spanish, English, Scandinavian, and American origins . The name means "strong, brave, manly" in Greek .
Is Andrea a boy or girl name? Andrea is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #185 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #5,071. Andrea is more commonly used as a girl name.
Andrea is currently ranked #185 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Andrea has 3 syllables and is pronounced ANDR-ee-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Andrea include Andie, Andi, and Drea. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Andrea include Andromeda . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.