"man, warrior"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Andrej
Pronunciation: [ AHNDR-ay ]
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"brave, manly"
Origin: Slavic
Language: Serbian/Slovak
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The Story of Andrej
Andrej is the South and West Slavic form of Andrew, ultimately derived from the ancient Greek name Andreas, from 'aner' (genitive 'andros') meaning 'man' in the sense of 'warrior' or 'brave man.' The name entered Slavic languages through early Christian missionaries, as Saint Andrew (the Apostle and brother of Saint Peter) was the first disciple called by Jesus and is the patron saint of several nations including Scotland, Russia, and Romania. Andrej has been a cornerstone name across Central and Eastern Europe for over a millennium.
Andrej has long been a top-tier name in Serbia, Slovakia, and Slovenia, where it's been consistently popular for generations. Its international profile rose with Andrej Pejić, the Australian-Serbian supermodel who broke gender barriers in fashion in the 2010s, and with NBA stars bearing the name.
Saint Andrew (Sveti Andrej) holds special significance across Slavic Orthodox Christianity. In Serbia, 'Sveti Andrej' is celebrated on November 30 as a major feast day. The name carries associations with strength, faithfulness, and pioneering spirit, reflecting the apostle who was the first to follow Jesus.
Historical Record
Andrej first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 398 babies have been named Andrej in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Andrej is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #6,073 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saint Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland, Russia, Ukraine, Romania, and several other nations
- Andrej Pejić made history as the first openly transgender model to be featured in major fashion campaigns
- The Greek root 'andros' gives us the prefix 'andro-' in English words like 'android' (human-like machine)
Andrej in Other Languages
Greek
Ανδρέας (Andreas)
French
André
Polish
Andrzej
Italian
Andrea
Russian
Андрей (Andrei)
Spanish
Andrés
Popularity Over Time
#6,073
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Famous People Named Andrej
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Andrej Pejić
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1991
Australian-Serbian model and actress who pioneered gender-fluid fashion modeling
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Andrej Kramarić
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1991
Croatian professional footballer and prolific Bundesliga scorer for Hoffenheim
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Saint Andrew (Andrej)
Religious
One of the Twelve Apostles and brother of Saint Peter; patron saint of Scotland and Russia
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,073
- Total SSA Count
- 15
- Cultural Origins
- Serbian Slovak Slovenian Croatian Czech Russian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Andrej
Ando
Drey
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Frequently Asked Questions About Andrej
What does the name Andrej mean?
"man, warrior" (from Greek). "brave, manly" (from Slavic). Andrej is the South and West Slavic form of Andrew, ultimately derived from the ancient Greek name Andreas, from 'aner' (genitive 'andros') meaning 'man' in the sense of 'warrior' or 'brave man.' The name entered Slavic languages through early Christian missionaries, as Saint Andrew (the Apostle and brother of Saint Peter) was the first disciple called by Jesus and is the patron saint of several nations including Scotland, Russia, and Romania. Andrej has been a cornerstone name across Central and Eastern Europe for over a millennium.
What is the origin of the name Andrej?
Andrej has Greek, Slavic, Serbian, Slovak, Slovenian, Croatian, Czech, and Russian origins. In Greek, it means "man, warrior". In Slavic, it means "brave, manly".
Is Andrej a boy or girl name?
Andrej is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Andrej?
Andrej is pronounced AHNDR-ay.
How popular is the name Andrej?
Andrej is currently ranked #6073 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Andrej?
Common nicknames for Andrej include Andrej, Ando, and Drey.
What are good middle names for Andrej?
Popular middle name pairings include Andrej Nikolai, Andrej Stefan, Andrej Luca, Andrej Milan, Andrej Ivan, and Andrej James.
What are good sibling names for Andrej?
Names that pair well with Andrej as siblings include Nikolaj, Mila, Petra, Luka, Stefan, and Katarina.
How many syllables does Andrej have?
Andrej has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Andrej a common or rare name?
Andrej is an uncommon name, ranked #6073 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Andrej
Andrej is a boy name with Serbian, Slovak, Slovenian, Croatian, Czech, and Russian origins . The name means "man, warrior" in Greek .
Andrej is currently ranked #6,073 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Andrej has 2 syllables and is pronounced AHNDR-ay, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Andrej include Andrej, Ando, and Drey. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Andrej include Andrew, Andres, Andre, Andreas, Andrei . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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