Boy Name · Greek Origin
Andre
Parents drawn to Andre usually describe the same thing — it just feels settled. Etymologically, Andre traces back to a root meaning "Man, warrior", giving it a quiet narrative spine that meaningful names always carry. Andre's Greek origins mean it carries pronunciation and feel from a deep historical well, not from a recent invention. Our reviewers flagged Andre as a strong "first introduction" name: it teaches and reads cleanly in print, on a name tag, and over the phone.
Popularity-wise, Andre lives in the top 1,000 on the latest SSA charts — distinctive but not obscure. Compared with names of similar style, Andre has held its rank more consistently — a quiet sign of long-term durability. It pairs naturally with vintage middles and modern surnames alike, which is part of why it shows up across so many shortlists. If Andra is already on your list, Andre belongs in the same conversation; the sections below dig into pronunciation, nicknames, and sibling fits.
Andre meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Man, warrior
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Andre to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Andre as A·N·D·R·E, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Andre is distinctive but not obscure in the Top 1000 tier.
Andre variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Andrea, Andree, Andrey, Andr.
- Nicknames: And and A.
- Middle names: Pair Andre with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Andre middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Andra, Aundre, Andrew, Andres, Anders — full picks on the sibling names for Andre guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Andre? Browse our names like Andre guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Andre
What does the name Andre mean?
Andre means "Man, warrior" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Andre?
Andre originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Andre?
Andre has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Andre a boy's or girl's name?
Andre is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Andre in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Andre sits in the Top 1000 tier — distinctive but not obscure.
What names are similar to Andre?
Names that share Andre's sound and style include Andra, Aundre, Andrew, Andres, Anders.
What middle names pair well with Andre?
Good middle-name fits for Andre pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Andre is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Andre is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Andre?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Andre share its rhythm without rhyming — Andra, Aundre, Andrew all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.