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The baby name Andrei is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced Romanian: /anˈdrej/ (ahn-DREY),Russian/Ukrainian: /ɐnˈdrʲej/ (ahn-DREY),English approximation: /ˈæn.dreɪ/ (AN-dray).

Andrei is Greek, Russian in Origin.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 2.0
Origin: Greek, Russian
Pronunciation: Romanian: /anˈdrej/ (ahn-DREY),Russian/Ukrainian: /ɐnˈdrʲej/ (ahn-DREY),English approximation: /ˈæn.dreɪ/ (AN-dray)

What is the meaning of the name Andrei ?

The baby name Andrei is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced Romanian: /anˈdrej/ (ahn-DREY),Russian/Ukrainian: /ɐnˈdrʲej/ (ahn-DREY),English approximation: /ˈæn.dreɪ/ (AN-dray).

Andrei is Greek, Russian in Origin.

Andrei is the East Slavic and Romanian form of Andrew, ultimately from Greek Andreas, derived from anēr/andros “man” and the adjective andreios “manly, brave.” Common across Eastern Europe, it appears as Russian Andrei/Andrey (Андрей), Romanian Andrei, Belarusian Andrej/Andrei, Ukrainian Andriy (Андрій), and South Slavic Andrej; related forms include English Andrew, French/Portuguese André, and Greek Andreas. The name conveys courage, virility, and steadfastness. Diminutives vary by language, such as Russian Andryusha (Андрюша) and Romanian Andi, Andu, Andreiță.

Its spread is tied to Christianization and the veneration of Saint Andrew the Apostle, whose feast on November 30 is a common name day. Medieval and modern bearers reinforce its prestige: Grand Prince Andrei Bogolyubsky, icon painter Andrei Rublev, filmmaker Andrei Tarkovsky, and Romanian leader Andrei Șaguna. In Romania, Russia, Ukraine, and Moldova, Andrei has maintained steady, sometimes peak, popularity.

Andrei has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Andrei

Andrei Sakharov Politician · Born 1921 · Soviet Union Andrei Sakharov was a prominent Soviet physicist and human rights activist, best known for his role in developing the Soviet hydrogen bomb. He later became an outspoken advocate for civil liberties and reform in the Soviet Union, earning the Nobel Peace Prize in 1975 for his efforts. Andrei Tarkovsky Actor · Born 1932 · Italy Andrei Tarkovsky was a visionary Russian filmmaker best known for his profound and visually stunning films. His works like 'Stalker', 'Solaris', and 'Andrei Rublev' have left a lasting impact on cinema. Tarkovsky's unique style and philosophical depth continue to inspire filmmakers around the world. Andrei Gromyko Politician · Born 1909 · Soviet Union Andrei Gromyko was a prominent Soviet politician, best known for his long tenure as the Soviet Union's Minister of Foreign Affairs. He played a significant role in major Cold War negotiations and was instrumental in shaping Soviet foreign policy during his time in office.
Andrei Konchalovsky Actor · Born 1937 · United States Andrei Konchalovsky is best known for his work as a filmmaker and director, particularly for films like 'Runaway Train' and 'Tango & Cash'. He has made significant contributions to both Russian and American cinema, showcasing his versatile storytelling and directing skills. Andrei Tupolev Politician · Born 1888 · Soviet Union Andrei Tupolev was a pioneering Soviet aerospace engineer, most famous for designing the Tupolev series of aircraft. He played a crucial role in advancing Soviet aviation technology during the 20th century. Andrei Zhdanov Politician · Born 1896 · Soviet Union Andrei Zhdanov was a prominent Soviet politician known for his role in the cultural policies of the Soviet Union during Joseph Stalin's era. He played a key part in the development of the Zhdanov Doctrine, which dictated the cultural and artistic direction of the Soviet Union in the late 1940s.

Celebrity babies named Andrei

Name Last Name(s) Mother Mother famous for Fame Level Father Father famous for Fame Level
Andrei Andreevich Tarkovsky Andrei Tarkovsky film director ★★★★★

Andrei – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Boys 2024 #1 — 820
Germany Boys 2022 #1 — 427
MD Boys 0 #2 429 756
EE Boys 0 #4 456 2,087
MD 0 #5 49 434
EE 0 #19 19 1,051
KR Boys 0 #26 2 897
TM Boys 0 #36 1 614
RU Boys 0 #39 5,096 12,621
MT 0 #42 2 1,767
GE 0 #44 1 997
MO 0 #51 2 2,706
CY 0 #57 4 1,632
LU 0 #66 1 2,830
KZ Boys 0 #76 533 6,578
KZ 0 #78 13 1,452
BG 0 #79 4 1,799
MV Boys 0 #79 1 3,375
CY Boys 0 #82 50 3,473
CN 0 #83 4 3,857
MD Girls 0 #87 6 865
LT 0 #88 1 949
RU 0 #91 135 3,641
JM 0 #93 1 3,714
GE Boys 0 #96 14 2,055
PH 0 #103 8 5,607
QA 0 #105 2 7,011
LT Boys 0 #111 42 2,166
BG Boys 0 #112 144 3,850
KW 0 #120 2 5,216
OM 0 #120 2 6,215
CY Girls 0 #125 1 3,755
GR 0 #133 3 3,911
ID Boys 0 #133 3 4,130
Norway Boys 2019 #135 5 451
Switzerland Boys 2024 #135 3 1,769
BN Boys 0 #136 4 6,332
EE Girls 0 #141 2 1,888
MT Boys 0 #146 31 4,064
RS Boys 0 #152 3 2,277
BW Boys 0 #154 1 4,685
CR 0 #162 4 5,526
HU Boys 0 #163 12 3,954
CZ Boys 0 #172 162 6,530
Belgium Boys 2017 #179 32 420
CZ 0 #180 7 3,154
HR 0 #180 2 2,081
Sweden Boys 2022 #181 2 1,509
AE 0 #181 7 10,220
IT Boys 0 #185 9,697 10,046
PH Boys 0 #192 215 11,440
DK 0 #198 9 5,198
LU Boys 0 #198 21 4,970
LT Girls 0 #200 1 1,904
PS 0 #205 14 5,692
PT Boys 0 #207 191 7,951
SI Boys 0 #207 5 3,402
PL 0 #212 1 2,600
MO Boys 0 #213 11 5,842
DK Boys 0 #214 115 7,401
PL Boys 0 #217 129 6,459
GR Boys 0 #223 45 6,912
IR 0 #223 9 4,221
Finland Boys 0 #228 235 2,041
BG Girls 0 #231 1 3,559
BR Boys 0 #236 1,325 12,213
PS Boys 0 #241 443 10,655
IL Boys 0 #244 544 10,983
EC Boys 0 #245 2 3,322
PT 0 #245 6 4,161
AO Boys 0 #248 2 5,568
GH 0 #248 1 5,396
NA Boys 0 #252 2 6,830
HR Boys 0 #253 7 3,997
IL 0 #253 22 6,291
TW Boys 0 #253 4 7,111
Spain Boys 0 #262 1,648 5,610
MO Girls 0 #263 1 7,056
NG 0 #272 1 5,926
AF Boys 0 #274 1 3,535
SG 0 #275 8 11,010
JM Girls 0 #278 1 7,507
Canada Boys 2024 #282 25 2,588
BR 0 #283 63 5,969
Finland 0 #285 23 830
JP Boys 0 #285 13 7,909
SA 0 #285 11 10,560
JM Boys 0 #286 8 6,876
Austria Boys 0 #296 151 2,180
AL Boys 0 #301 3 5,122
Finland Boys 2026 #308 738 3,552
CN Boys 0 #309 11 9,639
KZ Girls 0 #325 8 5,862
PE 0 #327 3 6,350
DK Girls 0 #329 1 7,429
MU Boys 0 #340 18 8,477
QA Girls 0 #340 4 15,378
France Boys 2021 #347 41 2,865
CZ Girls 0 #351 1 5,378
MY 0 #353 2 12,352
CN Girls 0 #359 1 8,829
MU Girls 0 #362 1 8,539
PH Girls 0 #364 27 13,098
NL 0 #377 15 2,481
IR Boys 0 #382 183 10,162
JO Boys 0 #384 6 7,057
MX 0 #396 18 8,339
Germany 0 #401 37 2,542
BO 0 #404 5 6,868
UY Boys 0 #407 7 5,922
EG 0 #412 1 6,387
Spain 0 #415 38 2,326
CR Boys 0 #417 71 10,188
OM Girls 0 #420 5 15,987
CL 0 #431 4 6,867
RU Girls 0 #456 43 11,913
CO 0 #463 18 7,768
PT Girls 0 #469 3 7,952
ZA 0 #469 6 14,421
IT 0 #470 262 4,183
PA Boys 0 #471 11 9,305
Germany Boys 0 #475 605 5,697
AR Boys 0 #481 3 7,628
GT Boys 0 #495 5 7,625
KW Girls 0 #504 12 19,177
HK Boys 0 #505 23 12,905
IQ Girls 0 #525 1 11,303
BH 0 #532 22 17,937
AE Girls 0 #542 12 20,968
IR Girls 0 #544 2 8,334
PS Girls 0 #546 2 10,981
LY 0 #557 3 12,703
BO Boys 0 #565 28 9,244
CR Girls 0 #573 1 11,342
CM Boys 0 #575 1 12,054
CL Boys 0 #622 44 13,390
CO Boys 0 #626 321 15,656
SG Girls 0 #626 7 18,916
IL Girls 0 #643 3 11,648
NL Boys 0 #643 322 5,873
HK Girls 0 #646 5 16,104
QA Boys 0 #656 52 18,093
SG Boys 0 #658 40 17,960
LB 0 #690 1 13,263
IQ Boys 0 #693 5 13,071
MX Boys 0 #729 258 16,355
PE Boys 0 #735 144 14,506
KW Boys 0 #745 25 18,755
SY 0 #764 4 11,684
NG Girls 0 #825 2 15,093
United States Boys 2024 #829 64 7,044
TN 0 #865 1 13,765
OM Boys 0 #867 15 17,948
EG Boys 0 #875 12 15,035
SA Girls 0 #914 22 25,931
CL Girls 0 #915 1 14,098
BR Girls 0 #927 15 12,708
NG Boys 0 #937 15 16,906
Spain Girls 0 #940 44 5,561
AE Boys 0 #993 100 22,615
PE Girls 0 #1,006 5 14,861
EG Girls 0 #1,009 1 14,742
CO Girls 0 #1,066 13 16,140
IT Girls 0 #1,066 393 9,415
MY Girls 0 #1,071 2 24,821
MY Boys 0 #1,082 30 25,439
ZA Boys 0 #1,143 36 25,619
TR 0 #1,152 60 19,440
DZ 0 #1,160 17 20,130
MX Girls 0 #1,174 10 17,781
MA 0 #1,191 9 20,986
ZA Girls 0 #1,234 3 25,928
SA Boys 0 #1,460 155 28,008

Andrei is popular in 87 countries — most recent births per country:

Canada
Norway
France
Ireland
Switzerland

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People also ask about Andrei

Andrei is predominantly a boy's name.
Andrei is a 2 syllable name, pronounced Romanian: /anˈdrej/ (ahn-DREY),Russian/Ukrainian: /ɐnˈdrʲej/ (ahn-DREY),English approximation: /ˈæn.dreɪ/ (AN-dray).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Andrey, Andriy, Andrii, Andrej, Andréi and András (related form).
Across languages, Andrei has these equivalents: Andrew (English), André (French/Portuguese), Andrés (Spanish), Andreas (German/Greek), Andrea (Italian, male), and 4 more.
Yes, very popular — Andrei ranked #1 in Ireland in 2024, and appears in official birth registries across 11 countries.
Andrei ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2024).
Andrei's popularity is holding steady. It moved from #1 in 2014 to #1 in 2024 in Ireland.
Yes — 15 notable people named Andrei are in our database, including Andrei Sakharov (Politician), Andrei Tarkovsky (Actor), Andrei Gromyko (Politician).
Yes — at least 1 celebrity couple has chosen Andrei for their child, including Andrei Tarkovsky.