Andy
Andy is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Manly, brave, or courageous.
Origin and history
Andy is a classic English diminutival given name derived from Andrew, which traces back to the Greek word for manly or courageous. Long used as an independent name in the United States, it peaked in popularity during the mid-20th century. It remains a familiar, friendly, and accessible choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
94,185 babies in the United States have been named Andy since 1880. It ranks #326 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #470.
States where it is most popular
- CA (21.6 %)
- TX (9.7 %)
- NY (8.8 %)
- FL (4.2 %)
- PA (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 528 |
| 1890-1900 | 495 |
| 1900-1910 | 468 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,139 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,806 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,329 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,706 |
| 1950-1960 | 6,897 |
| 1960-1970 | 12,138 |
| 1970-1980 | 9,038 |
| 1980-1990 | 8,460 |
| 1990-2000 | 12,294 |
| 2000-2010 | 17,825 |
| 2010-2019 | 11,221 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,841 |
Famous people named Andy
- Andy Warhol: Artist, Filmmaker
- Andy Roddick: Tennis Player
- Andy Samberg: Actor, Comedian
Fun facts
- Although originally a diminutive of Andrew, Andy has been used as an official given name in the United States since record-keeping began in 1880.
- Pop art pioneer Andy Warhol helped make the name iconic in 20th-century American culture.