Andrea
Andrea is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Manly, strong, or courageous.
Origin and history
Andrea is derived from the Greek name Andreas, rooted in 'aner' meaning man or warrior. While predominantly given to females in the United States, it remains a traditional male name in Italian and other European cultures. As a masculine name in the U.S., it appears regularly due to international heritage and cultural diversity.
Popularity in the United States
6,029 babies in the United States have been named Andrea since 1880. It ranks #1556 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1814.
States where it is most popular
- NY (15.1 %)
- CA (12.7 %)
- TX (10.5 %)
- GA (7.4 %)
- NC (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 81 |
| 1920-1930 | 100 |
| 1930-1940 | 93 |
| 1940-1950 | 126 |
| 1950-1960 | 415 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,087 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,547 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,267 |
| 1990-2000 | 643 |
| 2000-2010 | 372 |
| 2010-2019 | 185 |
| 2020-2029 | 113 |
Famous people named Andrea
- Andrea Bocelli: Singer, Musician
- Andrea Pirlo: Athlete, Soccer Coach
- Andrea Bargnani: Athlete, Basketball Player
Fun facts
- While predominantly female in English-speaking countries, Andrea is traditionally a classic male name in Italy.
- The name stems from the Greek word 'andreios', which denotes bravery and manly strength.