Andrea
Andrea is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Strong, courageous, or manly.
Origin and history
Andrea is derived from the Greek name Andreas, which originates from the word 'aner' meaning 'man' or 'courageous'. Although predominantly used as a female name in English-speaking countries, it remains a traditional male name in Italian. In the United States, it has been a well-established female name throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.
Popularity in the United States
445,419 babies in the United States have been named Andrea since 1880. It ranks #79 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #179.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.1 %)
- TX (9.1 %)
- NY (7.5 %)
- IL (5 %)
- OH (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 51 |
| 1890-1900 | 131 |
| 1900-1910 | 185 |
| 1910-1920 | 573 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,149 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,184 |
| 1940-1950 | 17,061 |
| 1950-1960 | 29,380 |
| 1960-1970 | 58,406 |
| 1970-1980 | 86,424 |
| 1980-1990 | 98,263 |
| 1990-2000 | 65,246 |
| 2000-2010 | 49,183 |
| 2010-2019 | 27,188 |
| 2020-2029 | 9,995 |
Famous people named Andrea
- Andrea Bullock: Actress, Producer
- Andrea Mitchell: Journalist, Anchor
Nicknames
Andy, Andi, Drea
Fun facts
- While predominantly given to females in English and Spanish contexts, Andrea is traditionally a masculine name in Italy.
- The name shares its etymological origin with Saint Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland and Greece.