Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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
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
Girl Name Trend
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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
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
68.09% 939th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
69.54% 1082nd/1556 |
91.29% 2148th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
46.03% 1025th/2227 |
39.26% 954th/2430 |
31.76% 906th/2853 |
46.31% 1285th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.05% 765th/2937 |
19.29% 672nd/3483 |
15.04% 529th/3518 |
24.75% 1001st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.40% 1194th/3685 |
23.24% 1040th/4475 |
17.85% 927th/5194 |
17.75% 1121st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
40.07% 2069th/5164 |
42.44% 3104th/7313 |
31.93% 2383rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
62.96% 2825th/4487 |
- |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
59.90% 826th/1379 |
24.51% 580th/2366 |
29.42% 336th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
17.08% 264th/1546 |
11.70% 182nd/1556 |
15.85% 373rd/2353 |
13.64% 211th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
6.15% 137th/2227 |
3.46% 84th/2430 |
5.75% 164th/2853 |
4.54% 126th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
1.09% 32nd/2937 |
1.21% 42nd/3483 |
1.14% 40th/3518 |
0.64% 26th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
0.84% 31st/3685 |
1.01% 45th/4475 |
0.83% 43rd/5194 |
0.43% 27th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
2.07% 95th/4582 |
2.42% 125th/5164 |
0.82% 60th/7313 |
0.42% 31st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
6.50% 259th/3984 |
5.04% 226th/4487 |
1.77% 121st/6822 |
1.55% 97th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Nevada across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too rising for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2563rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2407th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1091st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 678th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1001st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2905th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5031st out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 750th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 271st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 132nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 34th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 34th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 57th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 137th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.