Andy

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Andy Pronunciation

Andy is pronounced AN-dee /ˈæn.di/High

Meaning: Pet form of Andrea/Andrew — from Greek andreios, 'manly, brave, strong' — for girlsMedium

In 30 seconds: Tomboyish and timeless: Andy pets Andrea/Andrew — 'brave, strong' — for a daughter. Friendly, spunky, and cool.

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Origin MediumGreek

MeaningPet form of Andrea/Andrew — from Greek andreios, 'manly, brave, strong' — for girls

U.S. rank (2024)#4375 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births32 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,276

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Andy is a pet form of Andrea/Andrew — from Greek andreios, 'manly, brave, strong'. A friendly, spunky unisex name (Andy of The Devil Wears Prada), here for girls.

It registers thinly for girls. Rare, brave at the root, and spunky.

Did you know? Andrew (and Andrea) come from Greek andreios, 'manly, brave' — Andy is the spunky unisex nickname, worn here by girls in the tomboy tradition.

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Andrea — root etymology

Variations

AndreaAndiAndie

Nicknames

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If you like Andy…

Andi— a fellow spelling

Andie— a companion -ie spelling

Andrea— the fuller name

Frankie— another tomboy nickname-name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Andy?

Andy is pronounced AN-dee (/ˈæn.di/). Press play above to hear Andy said aloud.

How do you say Andy?

Andy is said AN-dee (/ˈæn.di/). Press play above to hear Andy said aloud.

What does the name Andy mean?

Andy pets Andrea/Andrew, from Greek 'manly, brave, strong'.

Is Andy a boy or girl name?

Andy is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Andy?

Andy is a rare name for girls in the U.S.