Andrae
Andrae is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Manly, courageous, or strong.
Origin and history
Andrae is a variant spelling of Andre or Andrew, originating from the Greek word for manliness or courage. In the United States, it has been used moderately throughout the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. It offers a distinct, phonetic spelling alternative to the traditional Andre.
Popularity in the United States
2,122 babies in the United States have been named Andrae since 1880. It ranks #2801 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1866.
States where it is most popular
- TX (20.5 %)
- CA (15.6 %)
- NY (9.4 %)
- SC (8.1 %)
- FL (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 12 |
| 1960-1970 | 96 |
| 1970-1980 | 419 |
| 1980-1990 | 775 |
| 1990-2000 | 262 |
| 2000-2010 | 273 |
| 2010-2019 | 224 |
| 2020-2029 | 61 |
Famous people named Andrae
- Andrae Crouch: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- It shares its root etymology with the ancient Greek name Andreas.
- The 'ae' ending explicitly secures the final 'ee/ay' vowel sound in written form.