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Andrea
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
450,102
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1981
Peak Popularity Year
11,839
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Andrea stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Andrea has its roots in Greek, meaning 'man' or 'warrior.' It evolved through various languages including Latin and Italian before becoming popular in English. The name carries traits of strength and is often linked to Saint Andrew. It does not have specific biblical relevance, but it has historical significance due to its association with early Christian figures.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈændriə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Andrea is derived from the Greek name Andreas, which means 'man' or 'warrior.'
Meaning
man, warrior
Language Evolution
Andreas (Greek), Andreas (Latin), Andrea (Italian), Andrea (English)
Historical Usage
Andrea gained popularity as a name in Christian contexts due to its association with Saint Andrew, one of the apostles of Jesus, and has been used in various cultures since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Andrew, Anders, André, Andri
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Andrea is commonly used as a feminine name in many cultures, particularly in Italian and English-speaking countries, and is often associated with qualities such as strength and resilience.
Famous People
Andrea Bocelli (Italian tenor), Andrea Pirlo (Italian footballer), Andrea Dworkin (American feminist writer)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 11,839 peak births in 1981
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2563rd of 7545 | 163 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2407th of 6773 | 181 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1091st of 7552 | 906 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 678th of 10718 | 2,346 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1001st of 16616 | 1,617 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2905th of 24088 | 574 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5031st of 23106 | 226 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 750th of 9107 | 1,681 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 271st of 9204 | 10,140 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 132nd of 12526 | 62,172 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 34th of 19264 | 131,809 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 34th of 27321 | 137,448 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 57th of 35406 | 74,923 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 137th of 30306 | 25,721 |