Boy
French
2 syllables
Andre
AHN-dray
/ɑ̃ˈdʁeɪ/
"The brave one" — a name of French elegance, athletic prowess, and cosmopolitan cool
Andre is the French form of Andrew, derived from the Greek Andreas meaning 'manly and brave.' The name carries an unmistakable air of European sophistication while also feeling at home in African-American communities where it became popular in the 1970s and 1980s. From tennis courts to recording studios, Andre has been worn by towering figures across culture and sport, lending it a dynamic, multifaceted identity.
Quick Facts
Letters5
SyllablesAn · dre
GenderBoy
OriginFrench
Root WordAndreas
MeaningManly, brave
PopularityPopular
Peak Year1975
Trend
→ Stable
Name DayNovember 30
Nicknames
DreAndy
About the Name Andre
Andre means 'manly' or 'brave,' derived from the Greek Andreas. As the French form of Andrew, it carries associations with strength, courage, and the apostolic tradition of Saint Andrew.
Andre ranks around #345 in the US. It peaked in the 1970s–1980s and remains a recognized international name across French-speaking countries, the Americas, and beyond.
Andre suggests a person who combines confidence with charm. People with this name are often seen as dynamic, charismatic, and ambitious, with an effortless ability to command attention.
French and classic names complement Andre beautifully: Andre Louis, Andre Pierre, Andre Michel, or Andre Paul. Single-syllable middles create a crisp, memorable combination.
Andre is the French version of Andrew, which traces back to the Greek Andreas. It entered French usage in the medieval period and has been popular across Europe and its cultural spheres ever since.
The most popular nickname is Dre, made famous by rapper Dr. Dre and André 3000. Andy is also used occasionally. In French-speaking contexts, the name is often used in full.
Personality of Andre
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Andre
Creativity
78%
Elegance
82%
Independence
80%
Intelligence
80%
Strength
82%
Warmth
76%
Famous People Named Andre
A
Andre the Giant
Legendary French professional wrestler and actor, one of the most recognizable figures in sports entertainment
A
Andre Agassi
American tennis legend who won eight Grand Slam singles titles and an Olympic gold medal
A
Andre 3000
André Lauren Benjamin, one half of the hip-hop duo OutKast, widely regarded as one of the greatest rappers ever
A
André Rieu
Dutch violinist and conductor who brought classical waltz music to mass global audiences
Middle Names for Andre
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Andre
Andre Louis
Andre Jean
Andre Pierre
Andre Michel
Andre Henri
Andre Luc
Andre Paul
Andre Marc
Andre Etienne
Andre Rene
Andre Christophe
Andre Dominique
Names Similar to Andre
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Sibling Name Ideas
History of Andre
c. 100 CE
Andreas, the Greek root, spreads through early Christianity as the name of one of Jesus's apostles
1200s
The French form André becomes common among the nobility and clergy of medieval France
1946
André the Giant is born in France, becoming the most famous bearer of the modern spelling
1970s–1980s
Andre becomes widely popular in the United States, particularly in African-American communities
2000s–present
Andre remains a steady international name with strong recognition across multiple continents
Numerology & Symbolism of Andre
6
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
6
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Leo
4
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Royal Blue
💎
Lucky Stone
Lapis Lazuli
🌸
Lucky Flower
Iris
Andre Around the World
How Andre is written in different languages and scripts
أندريه
Arabic
アンドレ
Japanese
Андре
Russian
앙드레
Korean
安德烈
Chinese
Αντρέ
Greek
आंद्रे
Hindi
אנדרה
Hebrew
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