Andy Name Meaning, Origin, Popularity, Boy Names Like Andy

Andy Name Origin: English
Pronunciation: an-dee
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Andy Name Meaning

The name “Andy” is a shortened form of the name “Andrew,” which means “manly” or “warrior.” This gives the name “Andy” the same meaning as “Andrew.”

History of the Name Andy

The name “Andy” is a shortened form of the name “Andrew.” Andrew is a Greek name that means “manly” or “warrior.” The name “Andrew” was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and is considered a saint in the Catholic Church.

In the past, “Andy” was not a popular name in its own right and was primarily used as a nickname for “Andrew.” However, over time, “Andy” became a popular name in its own right and is now commonly used as a standalone name.

Origins of the Name Andy

As mentioned earlier, “Andy” is a shortened form of the name “Andrew.” The name “Andrew” is derived from the Greek name “Andreas,” which means “manly” or “warrior.”

Popularity of the Name Andy

“Andy” has been a popular name for boys for many years. In the United States, “Andy” reached its peak of popularity in the 1930s and 1940s and has since declined in popularity. However, it is still a popular name, particularly in the United States and Europe.

According to the Social Security Administration, “Andy” was the 263rd most popular name for boys in the United States in 2020.

Final Thoughts on the Name Andy

In conclusion, “Andy” is a simple yet endearing name that has a long history and a strong meaning. Although its popularity has declined in recent years, “Andy” is still a popular name for boys and is a great choice for parents looking for a name with a strong meaning.

Andy Name Popularity

How popular is the name Andy? Here’s everything we know.

Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
1910	274	41	0.0116%
1911	353	27	0.0073%
1912	358	74	0.0147%
1913	350	99	0.0175%
1914	314	170	0.0244%
1915	310	232	0.0255%
1916	324	228	0.0236%
1917	317	254	0.0254%
1918	291	316	0.0294%
1919	336	243	0.0232%
1920	328	277	0.0249%
1921	335	273	0.0238%
1922	344	253	0.0227%
1923	353	244	0.0218%
1924	377	217	0.0187%
1925	385	203	0.018%
1926	378	203	0.0185%
1927	333	259	0.0234%
1928	360	219	0.0205%
1929	355	215	0.0208%
1930	354	223	0.0213%
1931	376	185	0.0187%
1932	399	158	0.016%
1933	369	174	0.0187%
1934	380	171	0.0177%
1935	376	165	0.017%
1936	376	172	0.0179%
1937	361	184	0.0187%
1938	360	203	0.0198%
1939	354	212	0.0208%
1940	355	214	0.0201%
1941	344	244	0.0217%
1942	344	272	0.0215%
1943	331	303	0.0232%
1944	334	281	0.0227%
1945	322	296	0.0243%
1946	310	400	0.0271%
1947	320	421	0.0252%
1948	310	441	0.0276%
1949	320	417	0.0259%
1950	337	356	0.0221%
1951	328	395	0.0233%
1952	337	381	0.0218%
1953	324	430	0.0243%
1954	326	453	0.0248%
1955	301	542	0.0295%
1956	284	642	0.034%
1957	244	955	0.0496%
1958	232	1,096	0.058%
1959	212	1,300	0.0684%
1960	201	1,406	0.0742%
1961	206	1,348	0.0714%
1962	206	1,395	0.076%
1963	199	1,465	0.0816%
1964	194	1,442	0.0819%
1965	209	1,153	0.0705%
1966	220	969	0.0621%
1967	231	910	0.06%
1968	235	885	0.0589%
1969	240	910	0.0591%
1970	244	925	0.0581%
1971	261	822	0.0547%
1972	257	734	0.0539%
1973	254	734	0.0566%
1974	230	866	0.0666%
1975	221	911	0.0709%
1976	223	890	0.0691%
1977	224	946	0.0702%
1978	222	926	0.0689%
1979	224	991	0.0703%
1980	238	937	0.0641%
1981	236	943	0.0642%
1982	247	902	0.0604%
1983	251	805	0.0546%
1984	279	715	0.0481%
1985	273	730	0.0481%
1986	290	678	0.0449%
1987	276	767	0.0503%
1988	281	798	0.0512%
1989	275	870	0.0539%
1990	276	917	0.0553%
1991	260	1,012	0.0621%
1992	251	1,122	0.0703%
1993	251	1,108	0.0711%
1994	255	1,100	0.0717%
1995	258	1,068	0.0709%
1996	233	1,263	0.0844%
1997	216	1,402	0.0948%
1998	223	1,411	0.0943%
1999	217	1,542	0.103%
2000	211	1,676	0.1097%
2001	205	1,771	0.1175%
2002	208	1,700	0.1134%
2003	216	1,602	0.1053%
2004	204	1,764	0.1157%
2005	201	1,894	0.1239%
2006	204	1,885	0.1204%
2007	215	1,811	0.1148%
2008	212	1,797	0.1163%
2009	219	1,629	0.109%
2010	238	1,449	0.1005%
2011	274	1,253	0.0879%
2012	273	1,242	0.0872%
2013	291	1,168	0.082%
2014	281	1,247	0.0856%
2015	322	1,034	0.0711%
2016	321	1,038	0.072%
2017	369	849	0.0608%
2018	366	838	0.061%
2019	370	802	0.0592%
2020	402	695	0.0546%
2021	470	598	0.0489%

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Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Andie	Man, warrior	Greek
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Name	Meaning	Origin
Addy	Awe-inspiring; noble	European
Angy	Messenger; messenger of God	Greek
Ardy	Great forest	Latin

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