#4882024 rank
2005peak year
88,683babies named Andy since 1880
▼ 25%5-year trend
Andy popularity over 145 years
⭐ Sweet spot — known but not everywhere · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Andy mean?
A friendly short form of Andrew, from Greek Andreios, 'manly or brave,' itself from aner, 'man.' Long used independently.
OriginEnglish/Greek
Syllables2
Genderboy
Styleclassic, vintage
Names like Andy
Same era, same vibe — if you like Andy, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Andys
- Andy Warhol, artist
- Andy Murray, tennis player
Spellings & variants
Drew
Not sure yet?
Tell the genie what you like — style, letter, vibe — and it will deal you a fresh hand of names.
Open the name generator 🧞