Andrea
Andrea is derived from the Greek name Andreas, meaning 'manly' or 'brave.' While traditionally masculine in many European countries, it has been embraced as a feminine name in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,199. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 3,512
- 2012: 3,054
- 2013: 2,817
- 2014: 2,563
- 2015: 2,710
- 2016: 2,480
- 2017: 2,324
- 2018: 2,168
- 2019: 1,991
- 2020: 1,819
- 2021: 1,696
- 2022: 1,859
- 2023: 1,676
- 2024: 1,628
- 2025: 1,317
- 2026 (projected): 1,199
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Considered masculine in Italy and many European countries
- •Offers both feminine and unisex nickname options
- •Works well across multiple languages and cultures
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Statistics
445,419
Total births since 1880
1981
Peak year
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